Helenium (Sneezeweed)

Helenium, often called Sneezeweed, is a warm and cheerful perennial that keeps the garden bright from midsummer into fall. Its daisy shaped flowers come in sunny shades of yellow, orange, red, and copper with rich brown centers that glow in the late season light. The blooms appear in generous clusters on sturdy stems, giving borders a lively, full look just when many other plants begin to fade. This plant thrives in full sun and moist, well drained soil. It is perfect for mixed borders, prairie style plantings, and butterfly gardens where its long flowering season and bright colors really shine. Strong, reliable, and full of personality, Helenium is an easy way to bring energy and warmth to the end of summer.