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Why we like this plant
Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty' is a favourite for late-season colour, extending the garden's interest well into autumn. Its fiery hues create a striking display, while its upright form makes it a great structural addition. Loved by pollinators and perfect for cut flowers, it is an excellent choice for adding warmth and movement to borders.
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About this plant
Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty' is a classic and much-loved variety, prized for its rich, warm-toned flowers that shift from deep red to coppery-orange as they mature. The golden-brown central cones add contrast, creating a stunning effect in late-season borders. This clump-forming, upright perennial produces strong, branching stems, making it excellent for adding height and texture. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, it is an essential plant for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its robust, long-lasting blooms make it a perfect choice for cut flowers and mixed perennial borders, especially when combined with ornamental grasses and other late-summer bloomers.
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Key features
- Fiery red-orange daisy-like flowers with golden-brown centres
- Long flowering season from midsummer to early autumn
- Upright, clump-forming habit, adding height to borders
- Excellent for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies
- Perfect for cottage gardens, prairie-style planting, and cut flowers
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Height and
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Growth
habitUpright, clump-forming
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Moisture
Moderate to high; prefers consistent moisture but not waterlogged conditions
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Position in
the GardenBorders, cottage gardens, prairie planting, wildlife-friendly gardens
Planting guide
- Plant in well-drained, fertile soil
- Space plants around 40-50cm apart
- Best planted in spring or autumn for strong establishment
Care tips
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming
- Cut back in autumn or leave seed heads for winter interest
- Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigour
- Water regularly in dry periods, as heleniums prefer consistent moisture
- Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring for strong growth
Winter care
- Fully hardy; requires little winter protection
- Leave seed heads for winter interest and wildlife
- Mulch in autumn to insulate roots in colder regions