Blooming in the Gardens at Heather Farm’s All American Seed Select Garden during these late summer days is Helenium autumnale. Thick clusters of flowers stand at about 4 feet on rigid, erect stems.

All types of helenium ignite late summer displays with intense, fiery shades. Their stunning daisy-like flowers unfold around a central showy pin-cushion, each bloom like a vibrant shuttlecock of ...

After this cool spring and summer I know we're not quite ready for autumn, but experienced gardeners are already eyeing plants that will prosper in the late summer and early fall. One of my favorites ...

Q. A friend suggested I plant a perennial called Helen’s Flower in my garden. Can you tell me more about it? A. Helen’s Flower (Helenium autumnale) is a perennial native to the U.S. It is also ...