About
A tall, herbaceous perennial to 2m with broadly oval to heart-shaped, aromatic leaves. Branched sprays of shaggy, yellow, daisy-like flowers are produced in late summer and early autumn.
About the genus
Telekia includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Native toC Europe Russia Balkans
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist, not too fertile soil in partial shade with shelter from strong wind
PruningCut flowering stems down once the flowers have faded
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers as soon as ripe, or by division in spring
Pest resistanceYoung leaves may be damaged by slugs
Disease resistanceGenerally problem free