Golden Alexanders (Zizia aurea)

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Description

Golden Alexanders (Zizia aurea) are an easy to grow, short lived perennial. These plants are known to self seed easily and have long-blooming bright yellow open flower clusters. Offering some beautiful color in the late spring/early summer for your garden or landscape, Golden Alexanders are known to be deer resistant and tolerate a variety of sun conditions.

Light: Full Sun, Part Shade

Moisture: Medium to Wet

Soil Type: Loam, Clay, or Sandy Loam

Soil pH: 6 – 8

Average Height: 1-3 Feet

Flowers: Tiny, bright yellow in clusters that develop flat-topped heads

Bloom Time: May-June

Native Region: wide range in North America

Wildlife: Native host plant for Black Swallowtail butterflies