Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Bleeding Hearts’ seeds – (Ox eye)

Description

Heliopsis ‘Bleeding Hearts’ thanks to https://www.jelitto.com

Heliopsis ‘Bleeding Hearts’ has flowers which are brilliant fire- red when they first come out. They age to orange- red and then finally  turn to bronze at the end of their life. the  dark red to purple/black stems and leaves,  make it a very attractive bush even when  it is not out in flower.  But you will love the flowers which are offset magically by the dark foliage attracting the eye, and making it a handsome garden plant.  It flowers in its first year from seed, and is a reliable solid performer. To add to its desirability  it makes  an excellent   cut flower.

See our other heliopsis seeds here https://www.owairakaseeds.co.nz/product-category/h-flower-names-starting-with-h/

Sowing advice

Sow in spring and summer. Sow in trays or pots.
Sow indoors at any time, ideally in spring 6-8 weeks prior to last expected frost. Sow 2mm deep into moist, well-drained seed compost. Ideal temp 20°C. Germination takes 10-15 days approx. If germination does not occur in 3-4 weeks cold stratify. Move to -4-+4°C (fridge) for 2-4 weeks then return to warmth for germination. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle. Acclimatise and plant out when danger of frost has passed.