Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginiana)

Low-growing, deep green leaves with bright yellow starlike flowers blooming in spring and sometimes in fall as well. Native to eastern US from Pennsylvania southward.  Not native to Massachusetts.  Grows in full or partial shade.

Prefers moist, acidic, organically rich soils in sun-dappled part shade. Tolerates full sun only if grown in consistently moist soils. Spreads by rhizomes to form an attractive ground cover, but is easily controlled. Remove spent flower stems for best ground cover appearance.

Ground cover for woodland gardens, native plant gardens or naturalized areas. Edging for woodland paths. Also may be used in shaded areas of border fronts or rock gardens.
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