A tall, brash plant with chrome yellow flowers brightens the summer border. Easy to grow, it tolerates a wide variety of conditions, although a haircut in the spring will prevent flopping later.
Latin Name
Helenium autumnale
Family
Asteraceae
Type of Plant
Perennials
Bloom Season
August - October
Seasons
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 5'
Max Spread: 3'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
North America
History
Sneezeweed appeared on John Bartram's plant list in the mid 1700s.
Other Details
Pollinator
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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