Elecampane. A robust perennial with mid-green leaves woolly beneath and bright yellow daisy-like flowers in mid and late summer. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Inula helenium
A robust perennial with mid-green leaves woolly beneath and bright yellow daisy-like flowers in mid and late summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Inula |
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Species | helenium |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Elecampane |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 2m |
Family | Asteraceae |
Spread | 90cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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