How much sun does Green-and-gold need?

Green-and-gold grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Green-and-gold bloom?

Green-and-gold blooms in March, April, May, and June.

Where is Green-and-gold native?

Green-and-gold (Chrysogonum australe) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Green-and-gold

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Chrysogonum australe

Last reviewed: September 2026

Green-and-gold (Chrysogonum australe) is a perennial forb native to AL, FL, GA, MS. It blooms in March, April, May, and June. The flowers draw bees.

Toxicity unknown

Green-and-gold (Chrysogonum australe) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

4"–10" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AL, FL, GA, MS

Pollinators

bees

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Growing Green-and-gold

Grow Green-and-gold in part shade and medium water. Mature plants reach 4 to 10 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Spring and early summer flowers provide steady nectar for small native bees in a shaded groundcover role.

Common questions

How much sun does Green-and-gold need?: Green-and-gold grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Green-and-gold bloom?: Green-and-gold blooms in March, April, May, and June.
Where is Green-and-gold native?: Green-and-gold (Chrysogonum australe) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Green-and-gold attract?: Green-and-gold draws bees.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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