Also known as Elecampane · 19 saves
Inula
Inula, the genus most gardeners know as elecampane. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Inula varieties
Species of Inula
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Inula in Sow
Save the Inula you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Inula questions
How many types of Inula are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Inula varieties. The most popular — ranked by 19 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Inula grow in?
Across its varieties, Inula covers USDA Zones 4–8. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Inula bloom?
Most Inula varieties bloom in late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Inula should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.