Heart-leaf Golden Alexanders (Zizia aptera)

Description: Similar to its cousin, zizia aurea, the aptera species handles drier soil conditions and is distinguished by its heart-shaped basal leaves. It is another fantastic host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly.

Height: 1 to 3 ft

Light: Full Sun to Part Shade

Water: Average

Spreading Habit: Moderate

Spreading Method: Seeds

Bloom Time: Mid Spring

Bloom Color: Yellow