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Chrysogonum virginianum var. australe

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
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Description Chrysogonum virginianum var. australe (golden knee) bears showy and medium yellow blossoms during late spring to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial has greyish green foliage.
Typical Uses Ground cover.
Cautions Be advised that Chrysogonum virginianum var. australe (golden knee) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.