Bandera Sneezeweed
Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale 'Bandera')
Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale 'Bandera') is a vibrant, late-season perennial that produces a profusion of deep red and golden-yellow flowers from midsummer through fall. This compact, well-branched variety offers excellent garden performance and is a magnet for pollinators, making it a valuable addition to borders, prairie plantings, and butterfly gardens.
Distinctive Features
Bandera produces masses of daisy-like blooms with rich red petals and golden edges surrounding a prominent yellow-brown central cone. The sturdy, upright stems support the flowers well, ensuring a long-lasting display of color.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun.
- Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
- Water: Prefers consistent moisture; tolerates short dry spells.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, adaptable to temperate climates.
Ideal Uses
- Mixed Borders: Provides late-season color.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Meadow and Prairie Plantings: Naturalizes beautifully.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a striking display.
- Cut Flower Gardens: Long-lasting blooms are excellent for bouquets.
Low Maintenance Care
Bandera Sneezeweed is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial requiring minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate brief dry periods.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.
Why Choose Bandera?
This compact, late-flowering perennial provides vibrant color and supports pollinators.
- Rich Red and Gold Blooms: A striking seasonal display.
- Extended Bloom Season: Flowers persist from midsummer through fall.
- Compact and Versatile: Suitable for borders and containers.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.
For a bold, easy-care perennial with long-lasting fall color, Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale 'Bandera') is an excellent choice.
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