Golden Alexanderis anative herbaceousperennialtoothed compound basal foliage and thin stems sporting flat umbel clusters of bright yellow flowers in late spring. Grows best withaverage well-drained soils.
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Type:
Perennial
Origins:
Eastern N. America; GA Native
Height:
1.5′ – 3′
Spread:
1.5 -2′
Spacing:
1.5
USDA Hardiness Zone:
3 – 8
Culture:
Full Sun,Part Sun
Bloom Color:
Yellow
Season of Interest:
Spring
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: LowMaintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Foliage may decline in harsh summers. Can aggressively self-seed in ideal conditions.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings,Borders,Woodland Gardens,Naturalized Areas,Wildlife Gardens, and Containers.
