Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' (Globe Flower) — Perennial

Overview

Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' is a perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family. Trollius ledebourii '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 moist woodland gardens. It is native to Siberia and Russian Far East.

About

Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' is a perennial in the Ranunculaceae known as Globe Flower, noted for its mid-summer flowering. It blooms from May to July and suits full sun to partial shade. It favours moist, rich, well-drained soil at neutral to slightly acidic pH and is rated H5 (hardy) in the UK.

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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In the garden

Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' is a perennial globe flower that originates from Siberia and the Russian Far East. As a member of the Ranunculaceae it follows a temperate growth pattern, producing its season of interest in the warmer late spring and early summer months. Planting sites should provide full sun or partial shade with consistently moist, rich, well-drained soil; the cultivar performs best on neutral to slightly acidic ground. Its H5 hardiness rating means it is classed as hardy in the UK, so it can remain in the ground through normal winter conditions without indoor protection. Use 'Golden Queen' at the back of a moisture-retentive border, beside ponds or in a moist woodland area where soil does not dry out. Its May to July flowering period makes it useful for extending reliable colour through early to mid summer in damp sections of the garden.

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
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Perennial
Suggested uses: Borders, water gardens, moist woodland gardens
Native to: Siberia, Russian Far East

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen'

Cultivation: Prefers consistently moist soil; avoid drought; mulch to retain moisture
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth
Propagation: Division in spring or autumn

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen'?

Prefers consistently moist soil; avoid drought; mulch to retain moisture.

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

Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' prefers full sun and partial shade.

What soil does Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen' need?

Trollius ledebourii '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.