Trollius 'Golden Queen'
Best perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance blooms in moist soil.
Trollius 'Golden Queen', or Globe Flower, is a captivating perennial celebrated for its stunning, double, golden-orange blooms resembling buttercups. These elegant flowers appear on sturdy stems above attractive dark green foliage. This award-winning variety is low maintenance, relatively pest-free, and attracts both butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring consistently moist, well-drained soil. 'Golden Queen' is versatile, perfect for borders, moist beds, or near water features, ensuring a bright, shining presence in your landscape.
$12.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1072
/ 2693
#1072 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
SKU
27487
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color for late spring transitions
- Landscapers managing boggy soil or damp stream banks
- Homeowners wanting low-maintenance plants resistant to wildlife
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with dry soil or limited irrigation access
- Impatient growers looking for instant, full-sized impact
- Gardeners unwilling to manage slug and snail populations
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Vibrant golden-orange blooms provide a striking focal point for any garden.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your outdoor space.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across a wide variety of temperate climate zones.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts beautifully to borders, containers, or damp water-side settings.
Structural Integrity
Sturdy stems hold heavy blooms upright without requiring constant staking.
Key Specs
SKU
27487
Item Form
Bareroot
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Mature Height
3 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Bloom Time
Late Spring to Mid Summer
Soil Type
Loamy
Features
- Stunning golden orange buttercup-like flowers
- Blooms on sturdy, long stems
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Low maintenance and disease-free
- Awarded by the Royal Horticultural Society
- Ideal for moist beds and borders
- Clumping growth habit
- Suitable for containers
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of the Trollius 'Golden Queen' plants. Reviewers note the specimens arrive in excellent condition, ensuring reliable establishment and vigorous garden growth. The striking, deep golden blooms frequently exceed expectations, providing significant visual impact and confirming the plant's high value. This perennial is celebrated for its dependable performance and stunning color, making it a highly recommended addition for gardens with rich, moist soil. Its beauty and reliable nature make it a standout choice for many gardeners.
Know before you buy
This plant thrives in consistently moist, loamy soil. It is an excellent choice for areas of your garden that stay damp, such as near water features or in low-lying beds.
Trollius 'Golden Queen' is hardy in zones 3 through 8. It is quite cold-tolerant and performs well in a wide range of northern and temperate climates.
It performs best in full sun to partial shade. In hotter climates, providing some afternoon shade will help keep the soil moist and the foliage looking its best.
Yes, this variety is suitable for containers. Ensure you use a large enough pot to accommodate its mature width of two feet and use a moisture-retentive potting mix to keep it hydrated.
It is considered a low-maintenance, disease-free perennial. Once established, it primarily requires consistent moisture to maintain its clumping habit and vibrant blooms.
You can expect the golden-orange, buttercup-like blooms to appear from late spring through mid-summer. The sturdy stems make them a reliable feature in the garden during these months.
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