Helenium autumnale (common sneezeweed)

General info: Helenium autumnale, commonly called common sneezeweed, is a North American native perennial that thrives in medium to wet soils in direct sun. Common sneezeweed can grow up to three to five feet tall. This species preforms best in consistently moist soils and is very intolerant to dry conditions. Its typically found growing along stream banks, in ditches, and wet meadows. This native perennial is an erect clump forming species. Sneezeweed is adorned with bright golden daisy like blooms with slightly duller yellow centers. It has a lengthy blooming period. Starting from late summer it can persist until the first frost.

Landscape uses: Helenium autumnale is a native that prefers wet soils. This plant could be a great addition to any wet areas around ponds or streams banks. This clump forming perennial with its golden daisy like blooms would be a great option for a rain garden or moist native wildflower garden. Sneezeweed can also be used to help naturalize an area. Lastly, it would be an effective perennial border for pathways or a cottage garden.