Caltha palustris
Marsh Marigold
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-7
Early bloomer displaying yellow buttercup flowers. This native to the Northern States and Canada is most content with constant moisture. Moderate growth rate. Attractive foliage.
Height
10-12 Inches
Spread
12-18 Inches
Color
Yellow/Gold/Bronze
Bloom Time
April
Good Companions
Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis), Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), Turtlehead (Chelone glabra), Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum), Wild Bergamont (Monarda fistulosa), Umbrella Bamboo (Fargesia murielae)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Rich |
| • | Moist |
