Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush' typically starts flowering in April.
goldenstar
Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Goldenstar should be watered lightly but regularly. The best way to water a Goldenstar is to water slowly so that it can absorb all the water it needs. The best time of day to water Goldenstar is in the morning or early evening – early morning is generally the best time. During the summer months, water more often as goldenstar will need more water as the weather warms up. During the winter months, water less often - once or twice a month is generally enough. Avoid standing water on the leaves as this can cause the leaves to rot. Make sure not to overwater as this can damage the plant.
sunlight
Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush') will thrive best in full sun to partial shade and does best in rich, moist soil. In an ideal scenario, it should receive several hours of direct sunlight each day, ideally between 6 and 8 hours. When temperatures become too hot, the plant may need some additional shade to keep from burning. If the plant is grown in too much shade, the flowers will not be as robust and there may not be as many blooms.
pruning
Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush') should be pruned in the early spring, just when new growth begins to appear. Pruning should be limited to cutting back any dead or damaged branches. Heavy pruning is not needed since the plant is not known to become overly woody. If the plants become too dense they can be trimmed lightly to maintain a desirable shape. Deadheading is not necessary as Goldenstar is a late-blooming perennial that will not bloom until fall.