HELENIUM autumnale (Autumn Sneezeweed)
HELENIUM autumnale (Autumn Sneezeweed) grows easily in average, mild to wet soils. Rich, moist soils are preferred. Dry soils are not suitable for this plant. Over fertilization can cause plants to grow too tall, so avoid it. As shown by the species name, flowers bloom from late summer to autumn (sometimes before the first frost). Dark green, alternate, lance-shaped leaves. It fits well in prairies and meadows.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 46,875 | 1500 |
| 1OZ | 93,750 | 3,000 |
| 1/4LB | 375,000 | 12,000 |
| 1/2LB | 750,000 | 24,000 |
| 1LB | 1,500,000 | 48,000 |
| 5LB | 7,500,000 | 240,000 |
Scientific Name: Helenium Autumnale
Common Name: Autumn Sneezeweed
Plant Type: Perennials
Family: Helenium- Sneezeweeds
Native Range: North America
Full Growth Height: 36- 60 "
Spread: 24-36 "
Zones: 3 to 8
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: Summer (Mid, Late), Fall
Flower: Showy, Cut Flower
Attracts: Butterflies, Birds
Flower Color: Yellow
Tolerate: Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil, Clay Soil
Water Requirement: High, Average
Soil Type: Well-Drained, Chalk, Loam, Sand, Clay
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral, Acid
Gardening Uses: Ponds and Streams, Beds and Borders, Prairies and Meadows