Helenium autumnale 'Zimbelstern'

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Zimbelstern Sneezeweed

Golden flowers surround a central gold and maroon disk on Zimbelstern sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale 'Zimbelstern'). Some of the petals may have a splash of red/maroon on the underside as well. This hardy perennial grows to 4 feet tall and prefers full sun and moderately fertile soil. Irrigation only during droughts will keep this selection of a native species from growing too lush and flopping over in the garden. The flowers attract many pollen-harvesting insects, and the seeds are eaten by songbirds.

Soil:
Moist
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
July - August
September - October
Bloom Color:
Red
Yellow
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Groundcover
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Attracts Butterflies
Resistant To Deer
Native to Midwest
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8