Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra 'Funky Spinner'

false sunflower 'Funky Spinner'
A compact, bushy deciduous herbaceous perennial with dark green to almost black foliage and yellow to orange-red daisy-like double flowers which appear from early to late summer and into autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 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 Black | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow Orange Red | Green Black | ||
Autumn | Yellow Orange Red | Green Black | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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
Accepted
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
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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