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Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale ‘Bandera’)

Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale ‘Bandera’) is a vibrant, late-season perennial that produces a profusion of deep red and golden-yellow flowers from midsummer through fall. This compact, well-branched variety offers excellent garden performance and is a magnet for pollinators, making it a valuable addition to borders, prairie plantings, and butterfly gardens.

Distinctive Features

Bandera produces masses of daisy-like blooms with rich red petals and golden edges surrounding a prominent yellow-brown central cone. The sturdy, upright stems support the flowers well, ensuring a long-lasting display of color.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
• Water: Prefers consistent moisture; tolerates short dry spells.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, adaptable to temperate climates.

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Borders: Provides late-season color.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Meadow and Prairie Plantings: Naturalizes beautifully.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a striking display.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Long-lasting blooms are excellent for bouquets.

Low Maintenance Care

Bandera Sneezeweed is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial requiring minimal upkeep.

• Watering: Prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate brief dry periods.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.

Why Choose Bandera?

This compact, late-flowering perennial provides vibrant color and supports pollinators.

• Rich Red and Gold Blooms: A striking seasonal display.
• Extended Bloom Season: Flowers persist from midsummer through fall.
• Compact and Versatile: Suitable for borders and containers.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.

For a bold, easy-care perennial with long-lasting fall color, Bandera Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale ‘Bandera’) is an excellent choice.