À propos elecampane
Elecampane is a magnificent giant asteraceae producing numerous bright yellow flowers in late summer. Spectacular. Root tonic for the respiratory system. Plant height: 2 m.
Growing tips for elecampane
Family
Asteraceae (Inula helenium)
Number of seeds
± 60
Growing cycle
Perennial
Suggested sowing
Interior
Suggested time*
end of March
Ideal germination temperature
From 15 to 21℃
Germination time
3 to 7 days
Sowing depth
Three times the size of the seed.
Seed storage
In a dry place away from light.
Seed shelf life
2 years minimum
Exposure
partial shade|sun
Days to maturity*
120 days
Distance between plants
90 cm
*The suggested time concerns zone 4b. For zone 5 you can start 2 weeks earlier and in zone 3 delay by 2 weeks. The number of days indicated is calculated from planting in the garden.
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