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Telekia speciosa
Telekia speciosa
Telekia speciosa
The bucket received this winter seems to be very well rooted. However, I am surprised that I still don't see any sign of vegetation growth.
Ewen, 02/05/2023
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Telekia speciosa, sometimes called yellow Ox-eye or Splendid Telekia, is a large bushy perennial with rhizomes that produce impressive tall leafy stems, 2 metres (7 feet) high. It forms a beautiful mass of large dark green and aromatic leaves and flowers from summer to autumn with single daisy-like, golden yellow flowers with an orange centre. This resourceful plant nourishes birds and pollinators, bringing joy to borders and wildflower compositions at the end of the season. It thrives in ordinary but fertile, even clay or limestone, moist soil in full sun or light shade.
Telekia speciosa, also known as Buphtalmum speciosum, Telekia cordifolium, Telekia ovata, Inula caucasica, or Corvisartia caucasica, is a botanical species of the Asteraceae family, related to perennial sunflowers (Helianthus). Discovered in Transylvania, this rhizomatous plant with deep roots is native to mountainous regions in western and southwestern Europe, Georgia, Ukraine, southern and central Russia (from the Balkans to the Caucasus), and Turkey (humid clearings of Anatolia). This plant forms a large, erect branching clump which easily reaches 2 metres (7 feet) high with a 1-metre (3 feet) spread. It flowers from June-July to September-October and is loved by bees. Lots of flowers appear at the branched top of the stems, resembling perfectly round, 6 to 10 cm (2 to 4in) diameter, bright yellow daisies with an orange centre that turns brown and is marked by a circle, hence the name "ox-eye." The dark green, thick, aromatic, cordate at the base, triangular, doubly toothed deciduous leaves can reach up to 30 cm (12in) long, all the way up the stems. They are smooth on the upper surface and hairy on the underside. The small basal leaves do not exceed 10 cm (4in) long. Telekia speciosa easily naturalises through self-seeding.
This large perennial 'sunflower' has a long fragrant, nectar-rich flowering period and is adapted to cold and damp soils, even limestone. Telekia speciosa is an excellent non-invasive, long-lasting, vigorous perennial. It is perfect for the back of a border or bed, or the water's edge because it does not tolerate a combination of heat and drought well. It has a wild appearance and integrates well into slightly untamed areas of the garden, with cosmos, perennial sweet peas, giant scabious (Cephalaria gigantea), gaillardias, Japanese anemones, and hanging willowherb. Another idea would be to group it with equally easy plants: Vernonia noveboracensis, Symphyotrichum laeve var. 'Bluebird', Eupatorium fistulosum, Symphyotrichum georgianum, Andropogon virginicus, Muhlenbergia capillaris. Its flowers hold up very well when cut.
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Plant Telekia speciosa in ordinary, fertile, well-drained soil, even clay or limestone. This perennial does not tolerate drought well but can tolerate heavy soils, as long as they are well-cultivated and rich. Plant in a sunny position in moist soil, or in partial shade in drier soil, sheltered from strong winds that could flatten the clump. The plant generally does not need staking. It readily self-seeds in the garden, making it an ideal candidate for transition zones with the countryside. Its seeds will feed the birds. Prune the clump after flowering to prevent self-seeding.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.