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Helenium 'Short 'n' Sassy' combines a dwarf growing habit with a longer bloom time. The bold orange and gold flowers have molasses-colored cones that draw butterflies summer to fall. PP 24,460
Helenium is a large genus that is especially valuable because it delivers bold colors on sturdy plants that bloom in August and September, when few perennials are at their peak. Full sun and an organic-rich, well-drained soil are best; satisfy these requirements and plants will brighten a border, meadow, or wild garden effectively. Superb cut flowers.
For more information on growing Helenium, click on Growing Guide.
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HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED
The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
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Great plants 
A viewer from Spokane, WA
Only August, mildew on leaves 
Bettina from Boston, MA
The weather in many areas of the country this season has been perfect for the spread of powdery mildew. If you have not already done so, please treat these plants with a fungicide to control the disease. As all perennial plant material is guaranteed for a full year, if they are not healthy next spring please contact Customer Support and you will be compensated.
Sincerely,
Cathy
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One of my favorites for months'-long color
A viewer from Milwaukee, WI (5b)
Bright, bold color and long lasting blooms 
mapgirl from Rochester
Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: huh-lee'-nee-um
A valuable genus that delivers bold colors on sturdy plants that bloom late summer into fall, when few perennials are at their peak. Plants will brighten a border, meadow, or wild garden most effectively.
Give them full sun and an organic-rich, well-drained soil. Will tolerate moist soils as well as short periods of dry conditions. Responds well to a quick trim in spring for promoting even more branching and flowers. Divide every few years in spring or after bloom in fall to keep vigorous.
