Chrysogonum Virginianum Pierre Green and Gold is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that produces yellow daisy-like blooms in spring. It is a deciduous plant that grows in zones 5-9 and is grown naturally. Size varies.
Chrysogonum Virginianum Pierre
Chrysogonum Virginianum Pierre, also known as Green and Gold, is a beautiful and versatile perennial groundcover. It is known for its soft green, deciduous foliage and showy, short yellow flowers that adorn the fuzzy leaf foliage. It is a charming and easy-to-grow plant that likes any well-drained soil.
Pierre is a low-growing plant, typically reaching 6-8 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide. It spreads by rhizomes to form a dense mat. It is hardy in USDA zones 3-8 and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Pierre is a great choice for a variety of garden settings, including:
- Groundcover: Pierre is an ideal groundcover for shady areas where grass has difficulty growing. It is also a good choice for slopes and other areas where erosion control is needed.
- Edging: Pierre can be used to create a neat and tidy edge for garden beds or walkways.
- Rock gardens: Pierre is a good choice for rock gardens because it is low-maintenance and can tolerate poor soil conditions.
- Containers: Pierre can also be grown in containers, but it is important to choose a container that is large enough to accommodate its spreading habit.
Pierre is a relatively easy-care plant. It prefers moist, well-drained soil, but it can tolerate occasional drought. It is also tolerant of a wide range of pH levels. Pierre should be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
To maintain Pierre, simply remove any spent flowers or dead leaves. You can also divide clumps of Pierre every few years to keep them from becoming too large.
Pierre is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add interest and color to any garden. With its soft green foliage and showy yellow flowers, it is sure to be a favorite of gardeners and pollinators alike.
Here are some tips for growing Chrysogonum Virginianum Pierre:
- Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Remove spent flowers and dead leaves.
- Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Enjoy the beauty of Chrysogonum Virginianum Pierre in your garden!
Is a deciduous, low growing, mat forming plant. Spreads by stolons much like Ajuga. Green leaves are 3"" long, ovate and fuzzy. Yellow, daisey-like blooms appear in Spring and last until Early Summer. Blooms will be more sparse when Green and Gold is grown in the shade. Prefers average to moist well drained soil. Needs ample water when grown in full sun. Chrysogonum requires afternoon shade in the Southern zones. Useful for ground cover, borders, edging, woodland gardens and naturalizing.
- Sun to Shade
- Height: 4-6 Inches
- Spread: 18-24 Inches
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Attracts Butterflies.
- Deer Resistant.
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Growing Zones: 7-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 5-7 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full-Partial |
| Mature width: | 2-3 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Gardenia jasminoides |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
