Overview
Helenium 'Red Jewel' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Helenium, part of the Asteraceae family, with upright, leafy, branching stems foliage. Helenium 'Red Jewel' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cut flowers and cottage gardens.
About
A perennial plant with bright red-orange daisy-like flowers and a prominent central cone, blooming in late summer to autumn.
About the genus
Helenium is a genus of annuals and herbaceous perennial plants in the family Asteraceae, native to the Americas.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helenium
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Helenium 'Red Jewel' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Upright, leafy, branching stems
- Suggested uses
- borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helenium 'Red Jewel'
- Cultivation
- Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil; deadhead to prolong flowering; divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to tidy plants and encourage fresh growth.
- Propagation
- division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Helenium 'Red Jewel'?
Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil; deadhead to prolong flowering; divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Where is the best place to plant Helenium 'Red Jewel'?
Helenium 'Red Jewel' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helenium 'Red Jewel' need?
Helenium 'Red Jewel' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Helenium 'Red Jewel'?
Cut back after flowering to tidy plants and encourage fresh growth.
Is Helenium 'Red Jewel' hardy in the UK?
Helenium 'Red Jewel' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Helenium 'Red Jewel'?
Division, seed.
