Heliopsis helianthoides
smooth ox-eye
A species of bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial with toothed, smooth or hairy dark green leaves. Leaves can also be occasionally variegated and in shades of pink, white or dark red. Flowers are most commonly daisy-like with a central brown, red or yellow floret, but can also be double, pom-pom shaped or have long, spidery petals in shades of yellow and orange and appear over a long flowering period from midsummer through to the autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Red Pink | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Yellow Red | Green Red Pink | ||
| Autumn | Orange Yellow Red | Green Red Pink | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Heliopsis are robust perennials with stiff, erect stems; opposite, lance-shaped leaves and showy rich yellow to orange flowers similar to sunflowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by division in autumn or spring or propagate by basal cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Prairie planting
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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