Zizia aurea (Golden Alexander)

Zizia aurea, commonly known as Golden Alexander, is a native perennial recognized by its bright yellow, flat-topped flower clusters that bloom in late spring and early summer. Reaching a mature height of 1-3 feet and spread of 1-1.5 feet, this flowering plant thrives in full sun to part shade and in moist, well-drained soil. Golden Alexander is attractive to pollinators and may be used as a cut flower.