Helenium 'El Dorado'
Also Known As
- Helenium 'Eldorado'
- Eldorado Sneezeweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Helenium 'El Dorado' plant details
Helenium 'El Dorado' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow 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 'El Dorado'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Helenium 'El Dorado'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Helenium 'El Dorado' plant
How to Grow Helenium 'El Dorado'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-20"
Width: 20"-24"
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 36"-40"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - low
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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