Helenium 'Bruno'
"Helen's Flower"

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BENEFITS
Unusual color for the species. Similar in color of Alan Bloom's tobacco of the same name.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Crimson-mahogany flowers in late summer and early fall. Tall, erect plants.

LOCATION
Full sun. USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8; AHS Heat Zones 8 to 1. See our Growing Zones page to reference growing zones in your area.

USE
Nice late season bloom. Use in middle of island beds or as background plantings.

SIZE
48" tall by 36" wide. Use 4 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Prefers evenly moist soils rich in organic matter. Divide in spring every 3 to 4 years or as needed. Cutback stems halfway after flowering. Also see our General Planting Tips for more information.