Green-and-Gold

Chrysogonum virginianum
Yes Phase 2 ยท Layering out Perennials & Groundcover
โ˜€ Light
Part shade
๐Ÿ’ง Water
Moist, well-drained
๐Ÿ“ Mature size
4โ€“8 in
๐ŸŒธ Bloom / interest
Yellow stars, spring into summer (long season)
๐Ÿƒ Foliage
Semi-evergreen
๐ŸŒŽ Native
Yes
๐ŸฆŒ Deer
Sometimes browsed
๐Ÿ›’ How many
Drifts โ€” 12+

Why we want it

A long-blooming native groundcover and one of the few sources of true yellow for shade. Quietly cheerful for months.

Where it goes in our yard

Path edges and the front of beds.

Planting & care

Spreads gently to form a mat; deadheading isn't needed. Even moisture.

What to buy

Straight species.

Sourcing

Native-plant nurseries.

Read more at NC State Extension โ†’