Bright golden-yellow cascades over walls and rock edges in spring. Cut back after flowering to stay tidy.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to May
- USDA Zones
- 3-7
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 6-12"
- Bloom Colors
- Yellow
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance〰 Ground Cover
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About This Name
Aurinia saxatilis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Basket-of-Gold unambiguously. The genus Aurinia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Basket-of-Gold, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Aurinia saxatilis will give you the most precise results.