Overview
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helenium, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and wildlife gardens.
About
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Helenium genus, known for its upright, bushy, clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun, favouring south- or west-facing positions, and adapts well to a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H7, this cultivar blooms from summer into autumn, adding extended seasonal interest with its prominent daisy-like flower heads. Suitable for coastal, cottage, informal, patio, container, and wildlife gardens, it can be propagated by seed, basal softwood cuttings, or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helenium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or by basal softwood cuttings in spring, or by division in spring or late autumn
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to stem and bulb eelworm, tortrix moth, slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews, leaf spot, verticillium wilt and virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum'?
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' need?
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' hardy in the UK?
Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum'?
Propagate by seed or by basal softwood cuttings in spring, or by division in spring or late autumn.
More in the Helenium genus
- Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty'
- Helenium 'Sunshine'
- Helenium 'Tiny Dancer'
- Helenium autumnale 'All Gold'
- Helenium autumnale 'Grandiflorum'
- Helenium 'Chesney'
- Helenium 'Gay-go-round'
- Helenium 'Julisonne'