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Sneezeweed Helena Red Shades
Product code : NOR-GR06
'Helena Red Shades' sneezeweed is a remarkable perennial that adorns gardens with magnificent red daisy-shaped flowers. Its well-branched plants produce a vibrant bloom from the first year, provided early sowing is carried out, with no need for cold exposure. Ideal as a cut or dried flower, this vigorous plant adds a touch of color and charm to flowerbeds, extending the beauty of your garden until late summer. This variety reaches 120 cm (47.2 in). The floral palette is distinguished by this color: red. The packet contains 100 seeds to start your planting.
- Quantity
- 100 seeds
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common nameSneezeweed
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusSneezeweed
Speciesautumnal
CultivarRed Tones
TypeUntreated
Botanical nameSneezeweed
Helenium 'Helena Red Shades' ( Helenium autumnale ), offered by the seed company WH Perron
Helenia 'Helena Red Shades' is a remarkable perennial that adorns gardens with magnificent red daisy-shaped flowers. Its well-branched plants produce a bright bloom from the first year, provided they are sown early, without the need for exposure to cold. Ideal as a cut or dried flower, this vigorous plant brings a touch of color and charm to flowerbeds, while extending the beauty of your garden until the end of summer.
Maturity: Perennial
Germination: 14 to 20 days
Sowing temperature: 18 to 21°C
Height: 120 cm
Spread: 50 to 60 cm
Color: Red
Formulation: Raw
Latin name: Helenium autumnale
Use: Cut flowers, dried flowers, flower beds
Flowering: August and September
Cultivation method:
Sow Helenium 'Helena Red Shades' seeds indoors at 18-21°C to encourage rapid germination (14-20 days). Transplant seedlings into the ground after the last frost, spacing them 50-60cm apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. This perennial will grow to 120cm tall and produce abundant flowers in August and September.
Add color and elegance to your flower beds with Helenium 'Helena Red Shades', an exceptional perennial for vibrant bouquets or dried!
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
0.5 cm
Germination temperature
18 to 21 °C (64.4 to 69.8 °F)
Germination time
14 to 20 days
Sowing period
Indoors: Sow 8 weeks before planting outside.
Propagation
Sowing
Growing method
Its well-branched plants produce a vibrant display of flowers from the first year, provided they are sown early, with no need for cold stratification. Transplant young plants outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 50 to 60 cm apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Germination usually takes 14 to 20 days in potting mix kept at 18 to 21 °C (64.4 to 69.8 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8 weeks before planting outdoors. For this variety, observe the following sowing depth: 0.5 cm. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure: full sun. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. When planning your garden bed, consider this variety's height of 120 cm (47.2 in). When designing your planting, allow 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in) spread for each plant of this variety. During its August and September flowering period, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without disturbing the fresh blooms.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Watering
Ideal as a cut or dried flower, this vigorous plant adds a touch of color and charm to flower beds, while extending the beauty of your garden until late summer. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering.
Soil type
Transplant the young plants outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 50 to 60 cm apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: full sun. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. Ideal as a cut or dried flower, this vigorous plant adds a touch of color and charm to flower beds, while extending the beauty of your garden until late summer.
Fertilization
To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed-starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. During its flowering in August and September, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without crushing still fresh flowers. Prefers moist soils rich in organic matter, but will tolerate average garden soils as long as its soil does not dry out.
Seasonal care
During its blooming period in August and September, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without disturbing fresh flowers. It prefers moist, organically rich soils but will tolerate average garden soils as long as they don't dry out. Regular, deep watering is recommended. It tolerates light shade, but full sun and good air circulation will promote larger flowers, stronger stems, and better resistance to potential diseases. Avoid strong winds to minimize the risk of windburn. Pinch them back when they reach 20 cm (8”) and again at 30 cm (12”) if you desire bushier plants. Plants will benefit from regular fertilization during the growing season. Remove dead flowers to maintain the plant's appearance. In late autumn, cut back the stems to about 15 cm from the ground. It requires good protection from fallen leaves or mulch. New shoots are slow to emerge in spring. However, once new growth begins, it progresses quite rapidly. Germination usually takes 14 to 20 days in potting soil maintained at 18 to 21 °C (64.4 to 69.8 °F). The seeding schedule for this variety is as follows: Indoors: It is suggested to sow 8 weeks before planting outdoors.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Drained container leaving the plant a spread of 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in).
The foliage of this variety spreads about 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in); leave this much space around the container instead of crowding several plants against its edge. Place the container of this variety in the following exposure: full sun, checking the light received throughout the day. Germination typically takes 14 to 20 days in potting soil maintained at 18 to 21 °C (64.4 to 69.8 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8 weeks before planting outdoors. For this variety, respect the following sowing depth: 0.5 cm. To plant this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: full sun. Indoors: Well-drained and porous seed starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. During its flowering from August to September, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without crushing still fresh flowers. Prefers moist soils rich in organic matter, but will tolerate average garden soils as long as they do not dry out. Regular deep watering is recommended.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
120 cm (47.2 in)
Width / spread
50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in)
Flower color
Red
Bloom period
Helenium 'Helena Red Shades' (Helenium autumnale), offered by the seed company WH Perron. Helenium 'Helena Red Shades' is a remarkable perennial that adorns gardens with magnificent red daisy-shaped flowers. Its well-branched plants produce abundant blooms from the first year, provided an early sowing is done, without the need for cold exposure. Ideal as a cut or dried flower, this vigorous plant adds a touch of color and charm to flower beds, extending the beauty of your garden until late summer.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Predict this variety's place in the border, taking into account its height of 120 cm (47.2 in). When designing the planting, allow 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety's warm tones as an accent in a composition of green foliage; neighboring purple flowers can create contrast, provided they share its light and water needs. To plant this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: full sun.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When to sow Helenium ‘Red Shades’ seeds?
Germination usually takes 14 to 20 days in a potting mix maintained at 18 to 21°C (64.4 to 69.8°F). The seeding schedule for this variety is as follows: Indoors: It is suggested to sow 8 weeks before planting outdoors. For this variety, sow at a depth of 0.5 cm. Transplant young flowers once their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the soil ball together. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under grow lights, gradually space out the containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations.
How to use Helenium 'Red Shades' in bouquets?
For bouquets of this variety, cut the stems with a clean tool, remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline, and quickly place the flowers in water. For dried arrangements of this variety, gather healthy stems in small bunches and allow them to dry in an airy place away from direct sunlight. This variety blooms during the months of August and September. Use the warm tones of this variety as an accent in a composition of green foliage; nearby purple flowers can create a contrast, provided they share the same light and water requirements.
How to pair the colors of Helenium ‘Red Shades’?
Use the warm tones of this variety as an accent in a composition of green foliage; neighboring purple flowers can create a contrast, provided they share its light and water needs. This variety blooms during the following period: August and September. Plan the placement of this variety in the bed taking into account its height of 120 cm (47.2 in). When designing the planting, reserve 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Design the composition taking into account the mature habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed.
What location is suitable for Helenium 'Red Shades'?
To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure: full sun. Indoors: A well-drained, porous seed-starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. Account for the size of this variety in the flowerbed, considering its height of 120 cm (47.2 in). When designing your planting scheme, allow 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. This variety's foliage occupies approximately 50 to 60 cm (19.7 to 23.6 in); leave this width available around the container instead of placing multiple plants tightly against its edge.
How to water Helenium 'Red Shades' during its growth?
During its August and September flowering period, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without crushing still-fresh flowers. Prefers moist soil rich in organic matter, but will tolerate average garden soil as long as the soil does not dry out. Regular deep watering is recommended. Tolerates light shade, but full sun and good air circulation will promote larger flowers, stronger stems, and better resistance to potential diseases. Avoid strong winds to minimize the risk of windburn. Pinch them back when they reach 20 cm (8") and again at 30 cm (12") if you desire bushier plants.
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