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Chrysogonum virginianum

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 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Chrysogonum virginianum (golden knee) yields showy and bright lime blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is greyish lime in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Chrysogonum virginianum is tolerant of light foot traffic.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Chrysogonum virginianum (golden knee) may be invasive.