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Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel'

Also Known As

  • Alyssum saxatile 'Goldkugel'
  • Alyssum saxatilis 'Goldkugel'
  • Gold Ball Basket of Gold

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 9"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel' plant details

Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, heirloom, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An heirloom favorite, this perennial clump of silver leaves is smothered with bright yellow flowers in mid spring! Compact at 9-12” tall and 12-18” wide, needs well drained, low fertility soil, full sun and will not tolerate over-watering. Perfect in the rock garden or spilling over the edge of a wall. Deer and rabbit resistant, drought tolerant, attracts butterflies & bee friendly.

Gardening facts about Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel' plant

How to Grow Aurinia saxatilis 'Goldkugel'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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