'Tuscan Sun'Perennial SunflowerHeliopsis
'Tuscan Sun'
Perennial Sunflower
Heliopsis
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Features
Most compact Heliopsis available, more controllable in the landscape; bright yellow flowers
Cut Flower
Heat Tolerant
Landscape (Professional)
Landscape Plant
Ornamental Characteristics
Flower Color:
Yellow
Foliage Color:
Green
Garden Height:
12 - 20"; Medium
Spacing:
20 - 24"
Habit:
Upright
Container Plant Style:
Thriller - Used either in the back or middle of a container. Usually a taller item that adds height and drama to the container.
Plant Needs
Duration:
Perennial
Bloom Time:
Summer
Hardy Temp:
-35°F (-37°C)
Exposure:
Full sun
Water Needs:
Dry to Normal
Maintenance:
Easy
Uses:
Landscapes and containers
Plant alone or in combinations in all container types and the landscape
Patent Information
'Tuscan Sun' Heliopsis USPP18,763
Growing Tips
Removing spent blooms may help encourage additional blooming.
Winter mulch can reduce heaving that can occur with perennials from the freeze/thaw cycles of winter.
Winter mulch can reduce heaving that can occur with perennials from the freeze/thaw cycles of winter.
| Year | Award | Trial |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Leader of the Pack - Early Season | North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum |
| 2009 | Knock Your Socks Off | University of Georgia |
| Won for week of August 5th. | ||
| 2009 | Best Performer | Michigan State University |
| 2006 | Best of Breed | North Carolina State, JC Raultson Arboretum |
| 2006 | Exciting Perennial | University of Minnesota |
| 2006 | Best Varieties | Colorado State University |
| This short, well-branched variety blooms continuously all summer… A. Michael, Penn State | ||
| 2009 | Top Performer - Growers | Ohio State University - Columbus |
| 2009 | Top Five | Michigan State University |
| 2006 | Top New Varieties | Penn State |
| 2009 | Best of Breed - Summer | North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum |
| 2009 | Top Performer | University of Kentucky Arboretum |
| 2009 | Top Performer - Late Summer | Michigan State University |
| 2008 | Best of Breed for Winter | North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum |
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