'Bleeding Hearts' False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Bleeding Hearts') Bleeding Hearts False Sunflower is a visually stunning native perennial that lights up your garden with its bright golden-yellow blooms and dark purple foliage. The dramatic contrast between the vibrant flowers and deep leaves makes it a standout in native garden designs, perfect for adding bold color and texture from summer through fall. This long-blooming plant also plays a key role in supporting pollinators and beneficial insects, creating a dynamic and ecologically valuable presence in the landscape. Key Characteristics: Striking Visual Contrast: The rich purple foliage paired with vivid yellow flowers creates a stunning visual effect, ideal for mass plantings, borders, or as a dramatic focal point in native plant landscapes. Pollinator Support: Its nectar-rich blooms are a crucial food source for native bees, including bumblebees and sweat bees, throughout the growing season. Butterfly Attraction: Monarch (Danaus plexippus) and Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui) butterflies flock to the flowers, providing movement and beauty while supporting these vital pollinators. Beneficial Insects: Attracts predatory insects like ladybugs and lacewings, which help control garden pests naturally, making it a valuable addition to integrated pest management systems. Low-Maintenance Native Design: Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, this drought-tolerant perennial is perfect for native pollinator gardens, meadow plantings, and wildflower borders, where its bold color and long-lasting blooms shine with minimal care. Product Details: Native Range: Eastern and Central North America Life Cycle: Perennial Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirements: Medium to dry soil, well-drained Mature Height: 3-5 feet Bloom Time: Summer to fall Bloom Color: Bright yellow USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 With its striking foliage and long-lasting blooms, Bleeding Hearts False Sunflower not only creates a bold visual statement but also supports essential wildlife species. A versatile choice for native gardens and low-water landscapes, this plant delivers both beauty and ecological benefits.
