Inula helenium
elecampane 
Price: $5.50 ea.
Weight: 0.55

Inula  helenium 
herbaceous  perennial 
Height and Width: 4-6'x3-4'
Zone: 3-9

A very large plant, with basal leaves up to 2' long. The tall, branched flowering stems have numerous bright yellow flowers in midsummer. The large aromatic roots are medicinal and culinary. The flowers are an excellent nectar source for bees and butterflies.
  • culinary herbs
  • fruit or seeds for birds
  • medicinal herbs
  • perennials with showy flowers
  • plants that attract bees
  • plants that attract butterflies (nectar)