The herbaceous perennial Helenium autumnale (common sneezeweed) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blooms during late summer to mid-fall. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Helenium autumnale (common sneezeweed) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, cut flowers, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Helenium autumnale .
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Helenium autumnale (common sneezeweed) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
