Elecampane – For Respiratory Health & Herbal Heritage

Elecampane – The Healing Herb Garden

Usually available: All year
Life cycle: Perennial
Height: 120–180cm (once established)
Bloom colour: Bright yellow, daisy-like
Position: Full sun
Spacing: 60–90cm apart
Soil preference: Moist, well-drained

You will receive
1 Elecampane Herb Plug Plant

All of our Herb Plants are grown organically using certified organic potting mixes and fertilizers.

Elecampane (Inula helenium) is a stately perennial with tall stems, large rough leaves, and golden sunflower-like blooms. Highly valued in traditional herbal medicine, its roots have long been used for respiratory health and digestive comfort. In the garden, Elecampane makes a striking backdrop plant, combining healing heritage with ornamental beauty.

Why choose The Healing Herb Garden’s Elecampane?

Organically grown and carefully nurtured, our Elecampane plugs bring the stature and tradition of one of Europe’s oldest medicinal plants into your garden. The Healing Herb Garden helps you grow plants that are both beneficial and beautiful.

Uses:

Medicinal: Traditionally used for coughs, colds, chest congestion, and digestion.

Ornamental: Tall, golden-yellow daisy blooms add drama to borders and meadow-style gardens.

Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Cut Flower Material: Long stems with bold blooms for summer arrangements.

Physical Characteristics:

Height: 120–180cm at maturity

Foliage: Large, coarse green leaves forming a bold clump

Flowers: Showy, golden-yellow daisies in mid to late summer

Growth Habit: Upright and architectural, ideal for the back of borders or herbal plantings

Safety Note:
Not recommended during pregnancy. Always seek professional guidance before internal medicinal use.

With Elecampane, your garden gains a plant of historic healing importance and summer brilliance. Grow it for its roots in tradition, pollinator appeal, and bold garden presence with The Healing Herb Garden.