False Sunflower

Heliopsis helianthoides, Asteraceae

Zones

3–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hoary VervainVerbena stricta

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Purple-headed SneezeweedHelenium flexuosum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Giant ScabiosaCephalaria gigantea

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Partridge PeaChamaecrista fasciculata

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Wild QuinineParthenium integrifolium

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

White Prairie CloverDalea candida

Pollinator SharingNitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

FireweedCrassocephalum crepidioides

False sunflower grows tall and can shade out smaller composite vegetables like fireweed

Uses

Functions

Pollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does False Sunflower grow in?

False Sunflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for False Sunflower?

Good companions for False Sunflower include Hoary Vervain, Purple-headed Sneezeweed, Giant Scabiosa, Partridge Pea, Wild Quinine.

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