Golden Alexander Zizia aurea qt recd3-16-54 Reaches 3–4 feet at maturity

Reaches 3–4 feet at maturity

and woodland settings where its compact habit and charming flowers add early-season interest

Plant in morning sun with afternoon shade for best results

followed by vibrant red berries that persist through winter

House plants: 1/2 cup per quart of soil (a 6-inch pot holds approximately 1 quart of soil)

Golden Alexander Zizia aurea qt recd3-16-54 Reaches 3–4 feet at maturityZizia aurea is one of those natives that every garden should have. 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