Ballerina False-Sunflower
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Ballerina False-Sunflower |
| Botanical Name | Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 2 to 3 ft |
| Mature Width | 18 to 2 ft |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Bloom Color | Double Yellow |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | July to September |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Dry,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water at ground level. Keeping water off leaves will help prevent leaf diseases. Water deeply and only when soil is dry. |
| Fertilize Notes | No fertilizer needed. |
| Prune Notes | Deadhead as needed. |