Overview
Helenium 'Sunshine' is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helenium, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Helenium 'Sunshine' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, prairie planting, wildlife gardens and cut flowers.
About
Helenium 'Sunshine' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Helenium genus, known for its upright, bushy, clump-forming habit and simple leaves. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for various garden settings including flower borders, prairie plantings, and wildlife gardens. 'Sunshine' is best planted after the last frost and can be propagated by division or basal cuttings in spring. It offers interest primarily in spring, contributing to extended seasonal blooms typical of Helenium species.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helenium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Helenium 'Sunshine' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Prairie planting, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helenium 'Sunshine'
- Propagation
- Division in autumn or spring, Basal cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to leaf spot, powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helenium 'Sunshine'?
Helenium 'Sunshine' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Helenium 'Sunshine' need?
Helenium 'Sunshine' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helenium 'Sunshine' hardy in the UK?
Helenium 'Sunshine' 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 'Sunshine'?
Division in autumn or spring, Basal cuttings in spring.
More in the Helenium genus
- Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty'
- Helenium 'Tiny Dancer'
- Helenium autumnale 'All Gold'
- Helenium autumnale 'Coccineum-bruneum'
- Helenium autumnale 'Grandiflorum'
- Helenium 'Chesney'
- Helenium 'Gay-go-round'
- Helenium 'Julisonne'