(False Sunflower) Heliopsis ‘Bacio del Sole’meaning “Kiss of the Sun”is a radiant perennial that lives up to its name, glowing with cheerful golden-yellow blooms from early summer through fall. Each daisy-like flower features a rich golden center surrounded by bright yellow petals that add warmth and light to garden beds, borders, and containers. Compact and bushy in habit, this variety typically grows 18 to 24 inches tall, making it an excellent choice for smaller spaces or the front of mixed plantings.
‘Bacio del Sole’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, where it produces an abundance of blooms with very little care. It’s highly heat- and drought-tolerant once established, ensuring color and performance even in tough summer conditions. Deadheading spent flowers encourages continuous blooming throughout the season.
Pollinators love it bees and butterflies flock to its bright blooms while deer tend to leave it alone. Hardy in zones 4 to 9, this easy-care heliopsis is a dependable perennial that brings lasting color, structure, and pollinator appeal to the sunny landscape. Whether planted en masse or used as a cheerful accent, ‘Bacio del Sole’ truly captures the essence of summer sunshine.
