Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’

Description

Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’ is a colourful perennial that produces warm orange and red flowers through summer, making it ideal for borders and pollinator-friendly planting schemes.

PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE

Best Planting Time

The best time to plant Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’ is in spring or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish while soil conditions are moist and workable.

Site Selection

Sunlight: Helenium thrives in full sun, where it will produce the best flowering display and strong upright growth.

Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil is ideal. Adding compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting will improve soil structure and help retain moisture.

Planting Instructions

1. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth.
2. Mix compost or organic matter into the excavated soil.
3. Position your Helenium so the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
4. Backfill gently, firm lightly, and water thoroughly after planting.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil evenly moist while Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’ is establishing and during active growth, especially during dry periods.

Feeding

Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy foliage and flower production. A light supplementary feed during the growing season will support flowering.

Pruning

Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and keep Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’ looking tidy throughout the flowering season.

Mulching

Apply organic mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil quality, helping plants grow well and maintain consistent soil conditions.

Final Tips

With full sun, fertile soil, and consistent moisture, Helenium ‘Strawberry Sundae’ will produce a long-lasting display of colourful summer flowers and attract pollinators to the garden.