Helenium Autumnale Flower Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Growth Habit
Upright, Clumping
Flavor Profile
Bitter, Toxic
Plant Characteristics
Daisy-Like Blooms, Yellow to Red
Use
Ornamental, Border Plant
Growing Conditions
Moist Soil, Full Sun
Harvest Advantages
Long Bloom, Pollinator Friendly
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant, Cold Hardy
About Helenium Autumnale
Helenium autumnale
Seed Names
Common Sneezeweed, Helen's Flower
Seed Type
Open Pollinated, Heirloom
Helenium Autumnale, also known as Sneezeweed, is a vibrant perennial that adds rich color to gardens from late summer through fall. Its daisy-like blooms attract pollinators, making it a favorite in wildflower meadows and borders. Though beautiful, the plant is mildly toxic if ingested.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
Surface Sow, Light Cover
Sowing Method
Direct or Indoor Start
Plant Spacing
12–18 Inches
Days to Maturity
100–120 Days
Soil Preparation
Cold Stratify 2 Weeks
Hardiness Zones
3–9
Water Needs
Moderate to High
Planting Season
Spring or Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 40 Sq Ft
500
Up to 200 Sq Ft
1000
Up to 400 Sq Ft