Name: Zizia aurea #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Zizia aurea #1
Price: 12.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Golden Alexander

Golden Alexanders, yellow umbels, early-season nectar source, native pollinator support

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Golden-yellow flat-topped flowers bloom spring into summer. An Ohio native tolerant of wet clay soils - suitable for bioswales. Attracts pollinators and is a host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly. 1 - 2 1/2'

Botanical Name- Zizia aurea

Pronunciation- ZIZ-ee-uh AW-ree-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade

Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Golden Yellow

Bloom Time- May - June

Companion Plants- Pycnanthemum muticum (native pollinators, moist meadow synergy)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, Black Swallowtail host, beneficial wasps

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP49B

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead to prevent excessive self-seeding; keep soil evenly moist and fertilize lightly.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back in late fall to prepare for spring growth.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Amend clay soil to keep roots healthy and avoid waterlogging.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, aphids

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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