Trollius 'Golden Queen' (Golden Queen Globeflower) — perennial

Overview

Trollius 'Golden Queen' is a perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family. Trollius 'Golden Queen' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, water gardens and cottage gardens. It is native to Europe and Asia.

About

Trollius 'Golden Queen' (Golden Queen Globeflower) is a perennial cultivar within the Trollius genus, known for its globe-shaped flowers. Like other Trollius species, it thrives in moist, rich, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH and prefers full sun to partial shade in a range of aspects. Suitable for borders, water gardens, and cottage gardens, it is hardy in the UK (H5) and benefits from mulching in winter and deadheading to encourage further blooms. This plant is toxic if ingested and is native to Europe and Asia.

About the genus

Trollius is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants closely related to Ranunculus, in the family Ranunculaceae. The common name of some species is globeflower or globe flower. The generic name is derived from the Swiss-German word "Trollblume", meaning a rounded flower.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Trollius

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: moist, rich, well-drained soil
Soil pH: neutral to slightly acidic
Soil moisture: moist
Aspect: north, east, west, south
Exposure: sheltered to exposed
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Trollius 'Golden Queen' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, water gardens, cottage gardens
Native to: Europe, Asia
Toxicity: toxic if ingested

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Trollius 'Golden Queen'

Cultivation: Prefers moist, humus-rich soil; avoid drought; mulch in winter.
Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming; cut back after flowering.
Propagation: division in spring or autumn, seed

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Trollius 'Golden Queen'?

Prefers moist, humus-rich soil; avoid drought; mulch in winter.

Where is the best place to plant Trollius 'Golden Queen'?

Trollius 'Golden Queen' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.

What soil does Trollius 'Golden Queen' need?

Trollius 'Golden Queen' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including moist, rich and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.