Perennials
Helenium 'Fuego'
Mariachi Fuego sneezeweed
Golden petals carry a vivid orange band around raised centers. Compact plants provide late-summer color but may still need support. Leave sound stems for winter interest and wildlife if desired. Remove dead stems before fresh spring growth, avoiding new shoots and retaining healthy basal foliage.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Mature size
- 23 in. tall × 18 in. wide
- Water
- Keep consistently moist
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 3–9
- Bloom
- Yellow and orange; late summer–early fall.
Sizes & prices
- #1$19.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Drought
- Keep moist; not a drought-tolerant choice.
- Wet soil
- Moisture-loving; general sneezeweed guidance.
- Deer & rabbits
- Resistant, not browse-proof.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Attracts
- Bees, Butterflies
Native range
- Native range / parentage
- Garden selection with North American native ancestry.
Keep in mind: Not edible; handling may irritate skin.
Seasonal interest
- Size
- Dimensions observed in Mt. Cuba garden trials; gardens vary.
Growing & care
- Support
- Stake if stems lean; compact does not always mean self-supporting.
- Performance
- May be short-lived; return and vigor varied in Mt. Cuba trials.
Sources & photo credits
Botanical name: Kew Science.
Photo: Ball Horticultural Company image library · Authorized promotional use
Image notes: Helenium Mariachi Fuego. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company. Resized, uncropped.
Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.