Rosilla Helenium Puberulum "Autumn Lollipop" Sneezeweed Dogtooth Daisy Helen's Flower Yellow & Red Herb Seeds

Rosilla Helenium (Helenium puberulum), also known as Autumn Lollipop, Dogtooth Daisy, or Helen’s Flower, is a vibrant daisy-style perennial featuring rounded yellow blooms brushed with red accents. This non-GMO variety thrives in sunny locations and moist to average soils, making it ideal for wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, rain-friendly borders, and naturalized landscapes. With its long blooming season, upright presence, and strong wildlife value, Rosilla Helenium brings bold, late-season color to any garden.

Features

• Striking yellow blooms with red-tipped accents
• Non-GMO Helenium perennial variety
• Excellent for pollinator, meadow, and mixed perennial gardens
• Thrives in sunny, moisture-tolerant areas
• Long-blooming daisy-style flowers
• Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects
• Strong upright habit for reliable structure

Specifications

• Common Names: Rosilla Helenium, Autumn Lollipop, Dogtooth Daisy, Sneezeweed, Helen’s Flower
• Scientific Name: Helenium puberulum
• Plant Type: Perennial
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Season: Mid-summer to fall blooms
• Height: 24–48 inches
• Bloom Color: Yellow with red accents
• Foliage: Green lance-shaped leaves
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Moist to average, well-drained soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Heat Tolerance: High
• Cold Tolerance: Excellent
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Seed Longevity: 2–3 years in cool, dry storage

Planting Guide 

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors.
• Seed Preparation: Lightly press seeds onto the soil; needs light to germinate.
• When to Plant:
• Indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost
• Outdoors: After frost danger has passed
• Sowing Depth: Surface sow; do not cover.
• Germination Time: 14–28 days.
• Light Requirements: Full sun.
• Soil Conditions: Moist to average soil with good drainage.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist during establishment; moderate watering after.
• Maintenance:
• Cut back after flowering for neat structure
• Allow reseeding for naturalized meadows
• Divide clumps every few years if needed