Southeastern Sneezeweed
Helenium pinnatifidum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
FL, GA, NC, SC
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Southeastern sneezeweed is a native perennial wildflower that produces bright yellow daisy-like blooms from summer through fall. It forms clumps of narrow leaves and reaches 1-3 feet tall, providing reliable color during the late growing season when many other flowers have faded.
In an HOA neighborhood
Southeastern Sneezeweed is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- Can look weedy when dormant in winter
- May appear too wild for formal front yard settings
- Name contains 'weed' which could raise HOA concerns
Wildlife value
This plant is excellent for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and beetles with its abundant nectar-rich flowers. The long bloom period makes it particularly valuable for supporting wildlife through late summer and fall.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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