Golden Alexander typically starts flowering in April or May.
golden Alexander
Zizia aurea
Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) is a winter hardy perennial native to North America. It grows best in full sun locations in average, moist soil. This clump-forming plant has bright green, lacy foliage that is complimented by clusters of fragrant, bright yellow flowers in late spring through early summer. Growing up to 1-2 feet tall, it creates a great addition to any perennial garden. Butterflies and other pollinators love the nectar and pollen from the flowers, and the foliage provides a great food source for butterfly larvae. Plant in containers or beds in a sunny location for stunning results.
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
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.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
