HSH Helenium 'Short and Sassy
HSH Helenium 'Short and Sassy
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Helenium ‘Short and Sassy

Sneezeweed 'Short and Sassy'

£8.95

Helenium ‘Short and Sassy’ is a compact perennial with vibrant yellow and orange daisy-like flowers, perfect for adding colour to gardens. Growing up to 50cm tall, it blooms in late summer and autumn, attracting pollinators. Ideal for borders, wildlife gardens, and cottage gardens, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil.

Item code:
HSH-3
Pot size:
2Ltr pot
Description:
(recyclable pot)
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Origin: Species native to USA and Canada - cultivar of horticultural origin
Genus: Helenium
Species / Cultivar: 'Short and Sassy
Common Name: Sneezeweed 'Short and Sassy'

Plant Biography

Helenium autumnale, commonly known as Sneezeweed, holds a history rooted in both cultural and medicinal significance. Despite its name, it’s not related to hay fever or causing sneezing. Native to North America, indigenous peoples utilised various parts of the plant for medicinal purposes, including treating respiratory issues and skin conditions.

As European settlers arrived, Sneezeweed gained recognition for its ornamental value. The common name likely originated from the plant’s former use in making snuff, although it’s worth noting that the plant isn’t suitable for this purpose. Over time, horticulturists developed different cultivars such as ‘Short and Sassy’, enhancing the plant’s aesthetic qualities.

Today, Helenium continues to be celebrated for its late-season blooms and its ability to attract pollinators. Its history spans Native American practices, European settlement, and modern horticulture, making it a dynamic plant with a rich cultural and botanical legacy.

HSH Helenium 'Short and Sassy
Soil: Moist but Well Drained
Soil that allows water to drain at a moderate rate, without the water pooling.
Growth Rate: Fast
Expect to see prolific growth, especially during growing season.
Water Requirement: Medium
Once it is established, this plant is likely to only require watering during drier periods.
Maintenance: Low
Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.
Situation: Full Sun
Wants direct, unfiltered sunlight most of the day, such as a south facing position.
Eventual Height: 0.1-0.5m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 0.5-1m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Will survive unprotected outdoors in most areas of the UK, even in the harshest winters.
Habit: Deciduous
Sheds all its foliage annually, so for a period of the year it will be without foliage.
Lifecycle: Perennial
This plant is persistant and does not die off after flowering. It will return each season indefinitely, if provided with suitable growing conditions.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

Helenium ‘Short and Sassy’ grows to 50cm tall and 50-100cm wide, forming a compact, bushy clump. It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, preferring slightly moist conditions. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering from late summer into autumn.

This perennial is moderately drought-tolerant once established. Cut back in early spring to promote fresh growth and remove any dead stems. Hardy to around -20°C, it suits borders, wildlife gardens, and cottage gardens, where it attracts pollinators and provides vibrant colour late in the growing season. It is low-maintenance and resilient.

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