Planting Golden Sundrops (Heliopsis): Which End Goes Up?

Depth: Cover the crown with 3–4 inches of soil.
Water: Water deeply after planting; then weekly if no rain.

Bare-root golden sundrops (Heliopsis) have a distinct “hairy” end—those are the roots. Plant the hairy side down.

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This tough, carefree perennial thrives in full sun and rewards you with bright yellow daisy-like flowers all summer.

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