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Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25}
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Chrysogonum virginianum 'Pierre' (AKA Golden Star, Goldenknees, Golden Knees)
Pronunciation: kris-SOG-oh-num vur-jin-ee-AN-num
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Like overgrown buttercups, Chrysogonum virginianum 'Pierre', commonly known as Goldenstar, resembles thousand of small butterscotches atop pillows of green.
This
low growing,
herbaceous
mat-forming plant, is similar in structure to
Ajuga.
Prized for a long blooming time, the star-shaped sunny-yellow flowers (1- 1 1/2 inches long) dot mint-like foliage in early spring and continue sporadically throughout the summer. Superb in terms of both spread and degree to which it propagates flowers, Pierre creates a delightful ground cover or edging in any perennial border.
Though Pierre does bear fruit, it is non-ornamental. The real focal point of this plant is the semi-evergreen, jade-green opposite leaves that are round-toothed along the edges, and reach 1-2 inches long. Excellent as a facer in naturalized gardens, 'Pierre' is especially useful for partial shade borders where, when in bloom, the flowers resemble tiny night lights in the darker shade.
With a limited tolerance of foot traffic and a fair to good weed-suppressant rating, as well as a willingness to tolerate a wide range of well-drained, moist soils, this hardy perennial is an almost fool-proof choice.
Because it spreads indefinitely, you can plant Pierre in large areas where you need expansive coverage and have the added benefit of long-lasting bloom season with golden blossoms polka dotting a carpet of green foliage.
Interesting Facts
Pierre is native to North Carolina and as such, is lovely in woodland garden scenes.
Things to Note
If grown in full sun, Pierre may need more water.
In zones 8-9, this plant will require afternoon or full shade.
Gardener Tips
Pierre is a perfect gentleman combined with evergreen and deciduous shrubs, small trees, ferns, and herbaceous perennials.
Black Eyed Susan and Mary Todd Daylilies are a lovely duo to join with Pierre for a sunny-side up display of blossoms.
Prized for a long blooming time, the star-shaped sunny-yellow flowers (1- 1 1/2 inches long) dot mint-like foliage in early spring and continue sporadically throughout the summer. Superb in terms of both spread and degree to which it propagates flowers, Pierre creates a delightful ground cover or edging in any perennial border.
Though Pierre does bear fruit, it is non-ornamental. The real focal point of this plant is the semi-evergreen, jade-green opposite leaves that are round-toothed along the edges, and reach 1-2 inches long. Excellent as a facer in naturalized gardens, 'Pierre' is especially useful for partial shade borders where, when in bloom, the flowers resemble tiny night lights in the darker shade.
With a limited tolerance of foot traffic and a fair to good weed-suppressant rating, as well as a willingness to tolerate a wide range of well-drained, moist soils, this hardy perennial is an almost fool-proof choice.
Because it spreads indefinitely, you can plant Pierre in large areas where you need expansive coverage and have the added benefit of long-lasting bloom season with golden blossoms polka dotting a carpet of green foliage.
Interesting Facts
Pierre is native to North Carolina and as such, is lovely in woodland garden scenes.
Things to Note
If grown in full sun, Pierre may need more water.
In zones 8-9, this plant will require afternoon or full shade.
Gardener Tips
Pierre is a perfect gentleman combined with evergreen and deciduous shrubs, small trees, ferns, and herbaceous perennials.
Black Eyed Susan and Mary Todd Daylilies are a lovely duo to join with Pierre for a sunny-side up display of blossoms.
Specifications
- Cold hardiness zone: 5-9 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
- AHS Heat Zone: 9-2
- Light:
Full sun 
Part sun - Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature height: 4-6"
- Spread: 10-24"
- Spacing: 9-15"
- Tolerant of: Foot Traffic
- pH of Soil: 4.5 - 7.5, Ideal pH: 5.5 - 6.5
- Grows Under Trees: Conifer - No, Walnut - No, Other - Yes
- Good for borders & edging: Yes
- Evergreen: Yes
- Long bloom time: Yes
- Native to the U.S.: Yes
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Review of chrysogonum 09/07/2020 By Alice Smyth (NC) Product reviewed: Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25} Very full plants that I divided into 3plants per pot. Have ordered these before and have never been disappointed. |
Thriving in the shade 07/13/2020 By Nicole Bloor (MA) Product reviewed: Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25} I planted these in a shady spot next to my driveway in April. It is now July and they are doing great and still making a few flowers here and there. I plan to order more! |
Beautiful 05/24/2020 By Debbie Waters (NY) Product reviewed: Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25} Initially about 1/4 didn't do well but the remaining have flourished and filled in. This is a great ground cover and keeps weeds at bay. |
So far so good! 05/24/2020 By Kimberly Runyon (NJ) Product reviewed: Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25} I have ordered a lot of plants online from other sites but these arrived by far the nicest, healthiest plants I have ever seen. Green, packed well and no dead ones. There weren’t even any signs of weak ones. Definitely recommend ordering from here. Thanks... Read full review > |
Great delivery 05/19/2020 By Vickie Balchunas (SC) Product reviewed: Goldenstar, Green and Gold {3 1/2 in. Pots, min 25} Our high quality plants arrived quickly and all are doing well. |
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Care
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