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Helenium 'Can Can'

Also Known As

  • Helenium autumnale 'Can Can'
  • Can Can Sneezeweed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Helenium 'Can Can' plant details

Helenium 'Can Can' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helenium 'Can Can'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helenium 'Can Can'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This cultivar has big flowers of yellow and red on strong stems that bloom over a long season. The flowers of Helenium are non-allergenic. Instead, it gets its name from the old-time use of the dried, powdered root for snuff. Helenium is a wonderful perennial that is easy to grow and provides months of fabulous colour from midsummer through early fall. Their tall stems and long lasting flowers make them ideal for cutting.

Gardening facts about Helenium 'Can Can' plant

How to Grow Helenium 'Can Can'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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