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Heliopsis helianthoides

Heliopsis helianthoides
(ox-eye daisy)

Category: Herbaceous Plants

Photo Credits: Sally and Andy Wasowski, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Additional Species:

‘Summer Sun’ and ‘Summer Nights’ recommended cultivars for better flower production; ‘Summer Nights’ has dark red-brown stems

Height: 36 – 72 inches


Spread:  36 inches


Location: Bottom, Sides


Native Status: NE


Comments & Cautions:
species can reseed aggressively; plants require support if shade is excessive; aphids can be a problem


Recommended For:

  • Bioretention and Rain Gardens

This plant prefers that the level of moisture in your soil be: Medium

This plant prefers Sand or Loam or Clay soil.

This plant DOES have a salt tolerance.


Bloom and Interest Season:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
June
July
Aug
Sept
Oct
Nov
Dec

Plant Form

mound-forming, upright

Foliage

dark green, serrated leaves; bold texture

Flowers

daisy-like, 2 to 3 inches in diameter; yellow rays, brown centers; June-August

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