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Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush'
Also Known As
- Alyssum saxatile 'Gold Rush'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5"-8"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush' plant details
Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: brassicaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 5 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Alyssum saxatile ‘Gold Rush’ displays a low, evergreen, creeping mound cover with showy bright yellow flowers in Spring. Light grey green foliage all season. Plant in well-drained soil. Ideal in mixed borders, rock gardens and containers. Prune back by 50% after blooming.
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Gardening facts about Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush' plant
How to Grow Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Rush'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Alyssum saxatile 'Summit', Alyssum saxitile 'Summit', Basket of Gold
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3b-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Alyssum saxatile, Aurinia saxitilis, Basket of Gold, Gold Alyssum, Gold Dust Alyssum
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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