golden Alexander
Zizia aurea
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Golden Alexander should be watered once per week, with approximately 1 to 1.5 inches of water. It is essential that the soil completely dries out between waterings to avoid waterlogging, root rot, and other fungal diseases. Additionally, it is important to avoid over-watering the plant. During the summer months, when the temperatures rise, plants tend to dry out more quickly, so it may be necessary to increase the frequency of watering to twice per week.
sunlight
Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) grows best in full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. However, it can tolerate more than 8 hours of sun if necessary. It should be planted in a sunny spot that receives morning sun and light afternoon shade.
pruning
Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) should be lightly pruned in late winter or early spring prior to new growth emerging. Pruning should be limited to removing any dead or diseased wood as well as deadheading to encourage additional growth. Lightly cut back spent branches, if desired. If pruning is not done in late winter or early spring, pruning can be undesirable because it can stimulate new growth that may not survive cold temperatures.
