Bleeding Heart False Sunflower

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Bleeding Heart False Sunflower is a striking perennial that blends the delicate beauty of bleeding heart-shaped flowers with the bright, cheerful yellow blooms of the false sunflower. This unique combination creates a visually stunning contrast in your garden. The plant boasts heart-shaped petals with vibrant yellow to orange flowers, adding a pop of color throughout the summer months. Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, and woodland settings, the Bleeding Heart False Sunflower is a low-maintenance and resilient plant that thrives in both full sun and partial shade. Its unique, heart-like blooms and bright flower heads are a favorite among pollinators, bringing bees and butterflies into your garden.

Features:

1. Striking Heart-Shaped Flowers: Features beautiful, heart-shaped petals with bright yellow to orange blooms, reminiscent of the delicate beauty of a bleeding heart.
2. Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, helping to create a thriving, eco-friendly garden.
3. Long-Lasting Blooms: Produces vibrant blooms from late spring to early summer, adding color to your garden during the warmer months.
4. Low-Maintenance: Easy to grow, this plant requires minimal care and is perfect for gardeners of all levels.
5. Versatile Planting Options: Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, or woodland settings, it adapts well to different garden styles.
6. Drought Tolerant: Once established, the plant is drought-tolerant, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping or dry gardens.

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Marie Ballard Aster Bleeding Heart False Sunflower
• Flower Color: Yellow to orange (heart-shaped blooms)
• Plant Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
• Spacing: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer