Elecampane

Planted at Mount Vernon

Pioneer Farm

Hardiness Zones

Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005

This plant's large leaves add a unique texture to the back of the border, while its yellow flowers provide late season interest. Elecampane is used in France and Switzerland to make absinthe.

Latin Name

Inula helenium

Family

Asteraceae

Also Known As

Horse Heal , Elfdock

Type of Plant

Perennials

Herbs

Bloom Season

July - September

Seasons

Summer

Fall

Specifications

Max Height: 6'

Max Spread: 3'

Uses

Flower Border

Herb

Sunlight Exposure

Full Sun

Part Shade

Colors

Native Range

Eurasia

History

John Bartram had this plant in his catalog in the mid-18th century.

Other Details

Pollinator

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