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Sneezeweed

Helenium autumnale, Asteraceae

Zones
3a–8b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Leaf AmaranthAmaranthus tricolor
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Winter RyeSecale cereale
Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Blessed ThistleCnicus benedictus

Both Asteraceae species may produce allelopathic compounds and compete for similar resources

ArnicaArnica montana

Both Asteraceae plants have similar ecological niches and compete for similar soil conditions and nutrients

Uses

Functions

Pollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does Sneezeweed grow in?

Sneezeweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Sneezeweed?

Good companions for Sneezeweed include Leaf Amaranth, Winter Rye.

Design guilds with Sneezeweed and see companion relationships visually.

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