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Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage

Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage

Chrysosplenium alternifolium

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high waterZone 4a – Zone 7b

A low-growing woodland perennial with small, bright yellow-green flowers and delicate alternate leaves. Ideal for moist shaded areas and stream banks in cool climates.

Overview

Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.33–0.5β€² tall Γ— 0.5–1β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

USDA Hardiness Zone

Zone 4a
Zone 7b
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 7b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Forest Layer Placement

Succession Role

early successional

Native Range

Europe and Asia

Function & Care

Functional Roles

erosion controlwildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division