Description:A star in the pollinator garden, boldly catching attention with masses of bright yellow flowers from mid-July through fall. The aromatic roots have long history of medicinal uses.

Organically Grown/ Heirloom/ Open Pollinated/ Non-GMO

Pack Size: 30 seeds

• General Info
• Germination
• Growing Info
• Growing Indoors

Latin Name: Inula helenium
Alternative Names:Horse-heal
Main Uses:Ornamental,medicinal, naturescape

Zone Hardiness: Zone 3 perennial
Exposure:Full sun
Height:90 – 120 cm (36 – 48 inches)
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flowering Time:Mid-July to fall

Seed Source: Organically grown

Germination: 7 – 28 days at 21C.
Indoors: 3 – 5 seeds per plug, 8 – 12 weeks before the average last frost date
Planting out: Plant in loose, fertile soil once all chance of frost has passed.
Planting depth: Barely covered (seeds need light)
Spacing: Space transplants 30 – 45 cm (12″ – 18″) apart

Growing in Containers:Grows very well in larger containers and raised beds, although winter hardiness may be impacted.

Growing in Mixed Planters:Not well suited to mixed planters.

Fertilizing (Containers):Plant in a quality, well-draining organic-based potting mix. Feed regularly with organic fertilizer. An organic bloom-booster fertilizer at the first onset of buds will encourage larger blooms and more abundant flowering.

Watering (Containers):Water containers deeply when the top inch feels dry to the touch. Monitor pots every day or two during very hot weather.

Fertilizing (Garden):Plant in average garden soil, amended with compost on an annual basis. No additional fertilizing is required.

Watering (Garden):Water deeply to establish. Water mature plants weekly during hot weather.

Beneficials Attracted to this Plant: Many butterflies, as well as bees.

Notes:Deadhead flowers to promote tidy re-blooming.

Suitability for Indoors:Not suited for indoors.