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Golden Alexanders
Zizia aurea
In the United States:
Native
· also called golden alexander, golden zizia
Golden Alexanders offers early-season nectar and abundant pollen to honeybees and other pollinators when few other flowers are blooming, supporting colony buildup in spring. Peak bloom occurs in May to June, providing a reliable source during this critical period. As a short-lived perennial, it may require occasional reseeding to maintain populations, but it thrives in moist soils without becoming invasive.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Hardiness zones | 3-8 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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