Seeds: Zizia aurea, golden Alexanders

Seed information

Seed sowing instructions

C(60) = Zizia aurea seeds need at least 60 days of cold moist stratification prior to sowing.
G = Highest germination rate in cool soil
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

Golden Alexanders make a wonderful addition to any wildflower garden or naturalized area. Its attractive bright yellow flowers bloom from May-June and are an important nectar source for butterflies and short tongued insects. Other blooms for these insects are in short supply during these months.

Z. aurea is an easy, hardy plant and grows to about 2.5' tall with no notable problems or pests. It thrives in wet sites but is very tolerant of dry conditions as well. Ideally situate this plant in full to partial sun, although we can't stress how easy and adaptable this one is. Great for new gardeners! Britt has this in her yard in a shady spot under a Maple tree and it's doing beautifully.

Zizia aurea is the host plant for the Black Swallowtail caterpillar. Host plants are essential for survival of these species. So plant some golden Alexanders and enjoy the butterflies that come to visit!

seeds: Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders)

Name: seeds: Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders)
SKU: SEED-ZIZ-AUR

$4.50

Quantity

Only 4 left in stock

packet 100 seeds

stratification code
C(60), G

A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.

October 1: Seeds sales begin and will be available for purchase:

in-person OR

online with in-person pickup OR

online with shipping within New England.

Please choose the delivery method at checkout.

Seeds arrive in a curbside-recyclable padded envelope (no plastic).

Note: New species will become available each day over the first week or two.

Species listed as "local ecotype" are collected ethically from Ecoregion 59 and grown out for sale.

Native Plants
for New England

seeds: Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders)

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