Kanaria sneezeweed

Helenium 'Kanaria'

PerennialAsteraceae

Kanaria sneezeweed
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistant
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Bloom color
Canary yellow

Garden uses

Cottage gardenMeadowPollinator gardenRain garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Kanaria' sneezeweed (Helenium 'Kanaria') is a perennial for pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, meadows, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average to wet soil. Canary yellow flowers attract butterflies and bees. It grows 36 to 48 inches tall and 24 to 36 inches wide. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Culver’s root, Little bluestem, and Royal fern.