Skip to main content
Golden Alexanders
Golden Alexanders

Golden Alexanders

$14.99

Pairs well with

Description

Golden Alexanders or Zizia aurea is one of those natives in Tennessee that every garden should grow. It is fairly easy to grow and, although short-lived, will self-seed and persist in many sun/soil situations. Zizia is an important plant to a number of short-tongued insects that are able to easily reach the nectar in the small yellow flowers. Black Swallowtail and Ozark Swallowtails caterpillars will feed on its leaves. Golden Alexanders have a long bloom time, giving the garden/prairie some well-deserved early color for several weeks in late spring to early summer when many other plants have not yet flowered. All of these important perennial native plants should not be confused with the similar-looking Wild Parsnip which a highly invasive Eurasian biennial commonly found on roadsides and other disturbed sites. Wild Parsnip is taller than the aforementioned natives, blooms later and can cause painful skin burns.

Care

Alexanders thrive in well-drained soil and prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. They're adaptable to various soil types Moist, well-drained soil is best, but this very adaptable plant will tolerated both wet conditions and dry conditions, as long as there is plenty of moisture early in the growing season.. Hardy to zones 3 to 9. 

Very low-maintenance, Zizia aurea blooms along with Blue False Indigo, Columbine, and combines well with Fox Sedge in the sun.

Growth Habit

Golden Alexander is a short-lived perennial with branching, erect, reddish stems. Separate clusters of tiny, yellow flowers gather into a large, flat-topped flower head. The plant is 1-3 ft. tall.

Toxicity

Generally considered safe for dogs and cats. Deer & rabbit resistant.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Golden Alexanders or Zizia aurea is one of those natives in Tennessee that every garden should grow. It is fairly easy to grow and, although short-lived, will self-seed and persist in many sun/soil situations. Zizia is an important plant to a number of short-tongued insects that are able to easily reach the nectar in the small yellow flowers. Black Swallowtail and Ozark Swallowtails caterpillars will feed on its leaves. Golden Alexanders have a long bloom time, giving the garden/prairie some well-deserved early color for several weeks in late spring to early summer when many other plants have not yet flowered. All of these important perennial native plants should not be confused with the similar-looking Wild Parsnip which a highly invasive Eurasian biennial commonly found on roadsides and other disturbed sites. Wild Parsnip is taller than the aforementioned natives, blooms later and can cause painful skin burns.

Care

Alexanders thrive in well-drained soil and prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. They're adaptable to various soil types Moist, well-drained soil is best, but this very adaptable plant will tolerated both wet conditions and dry conditions, as long as there is plenty of moisture early in the growing season.. Hardy to zones 3 to 9. 

Very low-maintenance, Zizia aurea blooms along with Blue False Indigo, Columbine, and combines well with Fox Sedge in the sun.

Growth Habit

Golden Alexander is a short-lived perennial with branching, erect, reddish stems. Separate clusters of tiny, yellow flowers gather into a large, flat-topped flower head. The plant is 1-3 ft. tall.

Toxicity

Generally considered safe for dogs and cats. Deer & rabbit resistant.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.