Golden Alexanders Plant (Zizia aurea) Quick Facts:

Host plant to Black Swallowtail and Ozark Swallowtail and Nectar plant to others
Herbaceous perennial
Native East of the Rocky Mountains
Hardy in zones 3-9
Full sun to partial shade
Moist to medium moist soil
Yellow umbels bloom in Spring and early Summer
1-3 feet tall, 1-2 feet spread
Space plants 18-24 inches apart
Seeds need 2-4 months cold stratification
Is in the carrot family and readily reseeds
Please see complete growing conditions and details for Golden Alexanders Seeds (Zizia aurea) under our seed description
Kim (verified owner) –
I don’t have any experience with Golden Alexander’s but I am looking forward to seeing how well they grow and flower in my location, as well as being an alternative host plant for Eastern Black Swallowtails. I received beautiful healthy plants with excellent root growth, and will be purchasing from Joyful Butterfly again!