Overview
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Inula, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and wildflower meadow.
About
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' is a bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Inula, known for its substantial basal foliage and yellow daisy-like flower heads with slender ray florets. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suited to a variety of soil types including clay and loam, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, and wildflower meadows. It is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil and can be propagated by division, basal softwood cuttings, or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Inula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in autumn or spring. Take basal softwood cuttings in spring. Propagate by seed in spring; germinate at 10°C (50°F)
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star'?
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' need?
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' hardy in the UK?
Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Inula ensifolia 'Gold Star'?
Propagate by division in autumn or spring. Take basal softwood cuttings in spring. Propagate by seed in spring; germinate at 10°C (50°F).
More in the Inula genus
- Inula acaulis
- Inula crithmoidesgolden samphire
- Inula ensifolia 'Compacta'
- Inula heterolepis
- Inula orientalis 'Grandiflora'
- Inula obtusifolia