False Sunflower Seed

False Sunflower, also known as Ox-Eye Sunflower or Early Sunflower, is a bright and cheerful perennial plant native to North America. False Sunflowers produce daisy-like flowers with vibrant yellow or golden petals surrounding a central disc. Each flower typically measures around 2 to 3 inches in diameter. The plant’s appearance closely resembles that of true sunflowers, hence the name "False Sunflower."

Product Information

• Botanic Name: Heliopsis helianthoides
• Application or Use: Ornamental, Conservation, Habitat
• Germination Time: 14 - 21 days, under optimal conditions
• Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season
• Height: 3 - 5 feet
• Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results
• Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; showy blooms, excellent for landscaping; attracts pollinators.
• When to Plant: Recommended planting time is late fall dormant seeding and spring when nighttime temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees. 

Product Information

False Sunflower, also known as Ox-Eye Sunflower or Early Sunflower, is a bright and cheerful perennial plant native to North America. False Sunflowers produce daisy-like flowers with vibrant yellow or golden petals surrounding a central disc. Each flower typically measures around 2 to 3 inches in diameter. The plant’s appearance closely resembles that of true sunflowers, hence the name "False Sunflower."

These plants generally grow to be about 3 to 6 feet tall, forming clumps with multiple stems emerging from a central base. The stems are sturdy and often branch out, bearing several flowers.

False Sunflowers bloom from mid to late summer, offering a profusion of bright and cheerful flowers that last for several weeks. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage prolonged flowering.

The plant features lance-shaped, toothed leaves with a coarse texture. The dark green foliage serves as an attractive backdrop to the vibrant flowers.

False Sunflowers prefer well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to partial shade. They are adaptable to various soil types and are relatively drought-tolerant once established.

These flowers are a magnet for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making them a valuable addition to pollinator gardens. Birds may also be attracted to the seeds later in the season.

False Sunflowers are popular in gardens and landscapes for their long-lasting and showy blooms. They work well in borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized areas, adding a splash of color and attracting beneficial insects.

They are generally low-maintenance plants and can benefit from occasional deadheading to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding, which can be prolific in some cases.

False Sunflowers are valued for their bright and enduring blooms, their attractiveness to pollinators, and their ease of cultivation, making them a desirable choice for gardeners aiming to add vibrant colors to their landscapes.

Instructions

When choosing to start a new lawn, remove old vegetation by using a de-thatcher, power rake or tiller to kill the existing vegetation. Rake or drag the area to remove debris and dead grass for a clean area. Ensure the soil is leveled and loosened to allow the seed to have good soil contact once spread on a clean seed bed.

If you have an area with heavy weed coverage, we recommend starting fresh by killing and removing the existing vegetation. If you choose to use chemicals, herbicides or fertilizers, you must check with the product's manufacturer prior to planting new seed to ensure the proper waiting period.

When overseeding an existing area, mow your lawn at the lowest setting and bag the clippingsx. Rake or drag any areas that have dead thatch or debris.