Trollius Golden Queen
Trollius 'Golden Queen' photo by Suzanne Patry

Globeflower

Trollius 'Golden Queen' is a very long blooming perennial with large, golden orange bowl shaped blooms from late spring into midsummer. The flowers are held on wiry stems well above the foliage. It will grow in a sunny or partially shaded border although it does dislike very hot sites. Trollius is a wonderful addition to any mixed perennial border.

  • Height: 61 - 91 cm (24 - 36 in)
  • Spread: 46 - 61 cm (18 - 24 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 3
  • Sun or Shade: partial shade to sun
  • Bloom Time: late spring to summer
  • Leaf Colour: green
  • Bloom Colour: golden yellow

Growing and Maintenance Tips

An adequate supply of moisture and rich soil is key to growing Trollius well. In dry soil it will soon look tattered and worn. Trollius takes a couple of years to establish but it is well worth the wait.