Chrysogonum virginianum ‘Piere’ (green and gold)

General info: Chrysogonum virginianum ‘Piere’, commonly called green and gold or golden star, is a North American native perennial that thrives in average to medium moisture soil in part shade to full shade. This beautiful plant prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun with consistently moist soil. This native is low growing with its foliage getting about four inches tall. This perennial is typically found growing in woodland settings. Green and gold is characterized by its small but stunning daisy like yellow blooms. It blooms from spring to fall. If the summer is too hot it may not continue to bloom into fall. This species spreads through rhizomes but will also self-seed. However, this species is easily managed and not considered an aggressive spreader.

Landscape uses: Chrysogunum virginianum ‘Piere’ is a very low laying attractive perennial that can be used as a beautiful ground cover. Its bright yellow daisy like blooms can reach up to ten inches tall. Making this a wonderful option for an attractive groundcover for a shaded area. Use this native perennial as an attractive border for woodland paths or to accent shade gardens. Green and gold is a great option as an eye-catching ground cover that also attracts lots of native pollinators or your gardens.