False sunflower: ( Venus )

Family:    Asteraceae       

Botanical Name:    Heliopsis helianthoides ( hē -li-op´sis )

Soil:    Deep fertile, hummus rich, well-drained.

PH level:    7.0    

Flower:    June / August            Photo
      
Color:    Yellow           

Height:    6'

Spread:    2'

Pests:    Powdery mildew, & rust.

Light:    Full sun for at least 6 hours a day.

Water:    Consistently Moist.

Propagation:    Divide in spring.

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