Chrysogonum virginianum
Green and Gold
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One of my favourite but underused ground-covers for full sun and good garden soils; a superb garden performer.
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Family |
Asteraceae |
Genus |
Chrysogonum |
Species |
virginianum |
Category |
Perennials |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
5 - 9 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
4a - Requires cool season protection under glass. |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H7 - H3 |
Temperature (°C) |
(-26) - (-1) |
Temperature (°F) |
(-15) - 30 |
Height |
0.2m - 0.3m |
Spread |
0.2m - 0.5m |
General Description |
A pretty plant with clusters of yellow, daisy-like flower heads on very hairy stems. Provides a stunning controllable ground cover. |
Cultivation |
Moist well-drained soils, partial to full shade. |
Growth |
Fast |
Fruit Description |
Star-shaped yellow flowers |