Heliopsis 'Sundial'

Heliopsis helianthoides 'Sundial' is a compact selection of false sunflower featuring bright golden yellow blooms held above sturdy stems. Its reduced height and dense habit make it ideal for smaller garden spaces while still delivering strong summer color and pollinator support.

Height & Spread: 24 - 30 in x 18 - 24 in

Bloom Time: Early to mid summer

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Preference: Average, well drained soils; tolerates poor soils

Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant

Native Status

Cultivar of Heliopsis helianthoides, a species native to eastern and central North America.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Butterflies

• Attracts Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and other summer butterflies with abundant nectar.

Bees

• Visited by native bees including sweat bees and long horned bees.

Birds

• Seed heads provide food for finches and other small birds later in the season.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

• Space 18 - 24 in apart.

Landscape Placement

• Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and smaller perennial beds where strong color is needed without excessive height.

Companion Plants

• Coreopsis verticillata - Adds fine textured foliage and extended yellow bloom contrast.
• Echinacea purpurea - Provides structural blooms and attracts similar pollinators.
• Salvia nemorosa - Adds vertical spikes and contrasting cool tones.
• Schizachyrium scoparium - Introduces vertical movement and fall interest in sunny plantings.