Helenium 'RED ARMY'

Helenium 'RED ARMY'
Helen's flower

SIZE/TYPE	mid-sized perennial
USUAL HEIGHT	0.6-0.8m
USUAL WIDTH	0.3-0.4m
LEAVES	deciduous broadleaf
COLOUR OF LEAVES	light green
FLOWERS	showy
COLOUR OF FLOWERS	+multicolored:deep red and orange
BLOOMING TIME	July - October
LOCATION	full sun
USDA zone (lowest)	4 (down to -34°C)
WINTER PROTECTION
FOR ZONE 5+6
FOR ZONE 7
BELONGS TO CATEGORIES	Perennials Summer blooms

Helen’s flower is an attractive perennial for summer and autumn borders. Newer cultivars are selected for extended blooming time and Red Army is one of them. It starts in early July and continues for as long as 17 weeks. Red Army makes 60-80 cm tall stems with daisy-like, red and deep coppery orange shades, and reddish brown disc-florets in the centre.

It will grow in almost soil type but prefers fertile, reasonably drained soil and full sun. It is recommended to divide every 2-4 years to encourage new roots and young plants. All parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if eaten. Fully hardy to about -34°C (USDA zone 4).

Last update 12-07-2012

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