Michael's Opinion
One of my favourite but underused ground-covers for full sun and good garden soils; a superb garden performer.
Botanical Information
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Chrysogonum |
| Species | virginianum |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Eastern United States. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-26) - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-15) - 30 |
| Height | 0.2m - 0.3m |
| Spread | 0.2m - 0.5m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| 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. |
| Fruit Description | Star-shaped yellow flowers |
