Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders) Size:4" 3-5 ft with plumes Mature

3-5 ft with plumes Mature spread 3-5 ft Attracts Birds Deer resistant Yes Notes Provides nesting material for birds

It naturally occurs in southeast and east Texas to central Texas and the Edwards Plateau

fleshy roots can fill a space in a short time

Little Bluestem provides cover

Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders) Size:4" 3-5 ft with plumes MatureOther common names: Golden Zizia. Golden Alexanders is covered with bright golden flowers that bloom for several weeks in late spring. This is an excellent low growing perennial for sun to part shade. It will naturalize in wet, sunny meadows and open woodlands. The flowers attract many kinds of butterflies and other insects. It is an excellent source of pollen and nectar to many beneficial insects. Golden Alexanders is considered a shot lived