Zizia aurea, commonly known as Golden Alexander, is a perennial that brightens up garden landscapes with its cheerful yellow flowers. This native plant features clusters of small, umbrella-like blossoms that bloom in early to mid-spring, creating a vibrant display that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its finely textured, deeply cut leaves form a lush green mound that adds contrast and texture to garden beds. Golden Alexander thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can be found in prairies, meadows, and woodland edges, making it an excellent choice for naturalized or wildflower gardens. With its low-maintenance nature and beautiful blooms, Zizia aurea is a perfect addition to native plant gardens or pollinator-friendly landscapes.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 12-24"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
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Zizia aurea, commonly known as Golden Alexander, is a perennial that brightens up garden landscapes with its cheerful yellow flowers. This native plant features clusters of small, umbrella-like blossoms that bloom in early to mid-spring, creating a vibrant display that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its finely textured, deeply cut leaves form a lush green mound that adds contrast and texture to garden beds. Golden Alexander thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can be found in prairies, meadows, and woodland edges, making it an excellent choice for naturalized or wildflower gardens. With its low-maintenance nature and beautiful blooms, Zizia aurea is a perfect addition to native plant gardens or pollinator-friendly landscapes.
