'Bit of Honey' is the first variegated Heliopsis for Proven Winners® Perennials. Leaves appear white with deep green veining on a low, dense habit; perfect in the middle of the border or as a stand-alone plant. This variety blooms in midsummer, lasting into early fall. The flowers have above average size for a Heliopsis at 3-3½" wide and are fully semi-double with multiple rows of golden yellow petals surrounding gold cones.
Compared to 'Tuscan Sun' and Tuscan Gold™, this variety is more compact. Like other variegated Heliopsis, 'Bit of Honey' is hardy to zone 4.
Heliopsis have traditionally been an excellent tall perennial for the middle or back of the flower border. It has a bushy, well-branched form and glossy, deep green, triangular leaves - a real workhorse in the garden! Use this plant in combination containers, as a cut flower, or to attract butterflies to your garden.
72ct Plug Tray |
Grade #1 Bare Root |
Height:
24.0-28.0 Inches
Spread:
26.0-30.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
Yellow/Gold Shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies Bee Friendly
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Prairie
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Attractive Foliage Specimen
Origin:
Native to North America
Heliopsis can be grown in either full sun or part shade, but it performs much better in full sun. Soil of average fertility is preferable. When grown in moist, rich soil, it tends to need staking. Growth will be strongest in soil with average fertility and moisture.
Deadheading spent flower heads will extend the flowering time and prevent self-seeding.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring to late spring
Finish:
8 - 10 weeks
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring through late summer
Finish:
10 - 12 weeks
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring to late spring
Finish:
7 - 10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
70-75° F
Holding Temperature:
60-70° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.4
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Feed at 100-150 ppm N at each watering.
Vernalization:
Not required.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, leafminers, thrips and whiteflies are the most common pests. The most common diseases of false sunflower are leaf spots (Ascochyta, Cercospora, Phyllosticta and Septoria), rust and powdery mildew.
Potting & Timing:
Plant only in warmer conditions. Cool conditions will cause growth to stall out.
Bare root provides a fuller looking plant and is good for larger containers such as premium 1 gallon or 2 gallon sizes. Plugs work well for trade gallon containers.
Moisture:
Moderate moisture.
Planting Level:
Plant crown even with soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
Pinch plants 2 weeks after transplanting to increase lateral branching.
Apply daminozide (B-Nine or Dazide) at 2,500 ppm if needed shortly after pinching. Uniconazole (Sumagic/Concise) is also effective at controlling elongation, at rates of 5-10 ppm.
Lighting:
Heliopsis require high light levels and long days to flower.
Grower Tips:
Our recommended planting option is bare root as it yields a fuller looking plant in a short amount of time.
Height:
24.0-28.0 Inches
Spread:
26.0-30.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
Yellow/Gold Shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies Bee Friendly
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Prairie
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Attractive Foliage Specimen
Origin:
Native to North America
Heliopsis can be grown in either full sun or part shade, but it performs much better in full sun. Soil of average fertility is preferable. When grown in moist, rich soil, it tends to need staking. Growth will be strongest in soil with average fertility and moisture.
Deadheading spent flower heads will extend the flowering time and prevent self-seeding.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring to late spring
Finish:
8 - 10 weeks
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring through late summer
Finish:
10 - 12 weeks
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring to late spring
Finish:
7 - 10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
70-75° F
Holding Temperature:
60-70° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.4
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Feed at 100-150 ppm N at each watering.
Vernalization:
Not required.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, leafminers, thrips and whiteflies are the most common pests. The most common diseases of false sunflower are leaf spots (Ascochyta, Cercospora, Phyllosticta and Septoria), rust and powdery mildew.
Potting & Timing:
Plant only in warmer conditions. Cool conditions will cause growth to stall out.
Bare root provides a fuller looking plant and is good for larger containers such as premium 1 gallon or 2 gallon sizes. Plugs work well for trade gallon containers.
Moisture:
Moderate moisture.
Planting Level:
Plant crown even with soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
Pinch plants 2 weeks after transplanting to increase lateral branching.
Apply daminozide (B-Nine or Dazide) at 2,500 ppm if needed shortly after pinching. Uniconazole (Sumagic/Concise) is also effective at controlling elongation, at rates of 5-10 ppm.
Lighting:
Heliopsis require high light levels and long days to flower.
Grower Tips:
Our recommended planting option is bare root as it yields a fuller looking plant in a short amount of time.
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