Helenium Seeds grow into perennial, upright plants with clumping foliage and daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow, orange, red, or bronze with prominent central discs. They thrive in temperate climates with full sun and well-draining, fertile soil. Helenium is ideal for garden beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, providing long-lasting blooms from late summer through fall and attracting bees and butterflies.
Features
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Perennial, upright growth habit
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Produces daisy-like flowers in yellow, orange, red, or bronze
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, and pollinator gardens
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides long-lasting blooms and attracts pollinators
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Helenium spp.
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Common Name (US): Sneezeweed
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial
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USDA Zones: 3-8
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Late summer through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 24-48 inches tall, 12-18 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants