Native - American

Zizia aptera

Golden Alexanders

Plant Type: Native - American

Exposure: Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

The thick, glossy semi-evergreen foliage looks a little like Lenten Rose and provides nice contrast to other native plants. Small yellow flowers in flat heads bloom May-June.

Height

12-36"

Spread

24"

Golden Alexanders Merit Awards and Special Collections

Golden Alexanders Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Average

Moderate

Special Benefits

Bog

Cut Flower / or Foliage

Dried Flower

Nature Attraction

Butterflies