Golden Alexanders
Golden Alexanders are great garden perennials that are not only easy to grow, but also quite hardy and frost tolerant.
![]() Golden Alexanders are native perennials that blossom in spring. |
This attractive native plant carries its springtime umbels of golden yellow flowers over shiny, divided green leaves. It enjoys both moist shade and sun. It makes a good plant for the woodland garden or a nice addition to a collection of prairie wildflowers.
Golden Alexanders
Quick Facts
Scientific
Name: Zizia aurea
Common Name: Golden Alexanders
Type of Plant: Perennial
Growing Zones for Golden Alexanders:
Hardy to zone 3
Growing Conditions for Golden Alexanders:
Sun or shade
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