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Alexanders – Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) Seeds
Alexanders – Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) Seeds
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Golden alexanders are a showy addition to a moist meadow, pond’s edge, or garden. In late May, the bright yellow Queen Anne's lace-like flowers shine in the landscape, and the dark green foliage is divided into three distinct parts. Host plant for black swallowtail butterflies.
Native to Maine: Yes
Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in moist to wet soil
Grows up to: 18"
Blooms: In late spring
Pairs well with: Blue iris, boneset, swamp milkweed, white turtlehead, Virginia mountain mint, and New England aster
Natural habitat: Wet meadows and thickets
Seeds per packet: 50-100
These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate -a minimum of 60 days below 40°F in moist soil (or sand or vermiculite). Sow outdoors in pots from November through February. A great species for beginner seed-sowers.
Sun
Part Shade
Wet
Medium
