goldenstar
Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush'
Overview
Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush') is an amazing plant species due to its unique beauty and versatility. It is part of the aster family and is native to the United States. It features stunning, golden-yellow star-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer, followed by glossy, deep green leaves. This plant is highly versatile, as it is able to grow in clay, sandy, or loamy soils in full to partial sun. Also, it has excellent drought resistance, making it a great choice for low maintenance landscaping. In addition to being easy to grow, Goldenstar is also a source of nectar for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, so it can help boost your garden's biodiversity.
Care Guide
Watering
Goldenstar should be watered lightly but regularly. The best way to water a Goldenstar is to water slowly so that it can absorb all the water it needs. The best time of day to water Goldenstar is in the morning or early evening – early morning is generally the best time. During the summer months, water more often as goldenstar will need more water as the weather warms up. During the winter months, water less often - once or twice a month is generally enough. Avoid standing water on the leaves as this can cause the leaves to rot. Make sure not to overwater as this can damage the plant.
Light
Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush') will thrive best in full sun to partial shade and does best in rich, moist soil. In an ideal scenario, it should receive several hours of direct sunlight each day, ideally between 6 and 8 hours. When temperatures become too hot, the plant may need some additional shade to keep from burning. If the plant is grown in too much shade, the flowers will not be as robust and there may not be as many blooms.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5-9.
Pruning
Goldenstar (Chrysogonum virginianum 'Allen Bush') should be pruned in the early spring, just when new growth begins to appear. Pruning should be limited to cutting back any dead or damaged branches. Heavy pruning is not needed since the plant is not known to become overly woody. If the plants become too dense they can be trimmed lightly to maintain a desirable shape. Deadheading is not necessary as Goldenstar is a late-blooming perennial that will not bloom until fall.
Propagation
Division, Root Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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