Helenium 'Ruby Tuesday' PP18234
Common Name: Sneezeweed, Helen's Flower
Helenium is one of the best native perennials for late season color. It is very easy to grow and provides a long season of fabulous color from midsummer into early fall.
‘Ruby Tuesday’ is a slightly shorter selection that produces masses of brick red flowers about the size of a quarter. A bright golden yellow and mahogany center pairs perfectly with the red petals. The blossoms completely cover the top third of the plant, adding a brilliant splash of color in the garden or in long lasting cut flower bouquets.
This plant has very strong stems that hold up well to the rain and strong winds associated with summer thunderstorms; it typically does not require staking. We also noted some resistance to powdery mildew in our trials, though proper placement in full sun with good air circulation and drainage is still essential to the health of the plant.
