About
A densely-branched, clump-forming herbaceous perennial, up to 50cm high, with green lance-shaped leaves. Flowers, comprising dark brown discs surrounded by dark red rays tipped with golden yellow, are produced from late summer to autumn.
About the genus
Helenium may be upright, clump-forming annuals, biennials or herbaceous perennials with simple leaves and showy daisy-like flower-heads over a long period
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Prairie planting, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required, but can deadhead to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free