Also known as Green and Gold · 148 gardener saves
Chrysogonum: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Chrysogonum, the genus most gardeners know as green and gold. We track 3 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 3 most-saved Chrysogonum varieties
Of 3 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedGoldenstar
Chrysogonum virginianum 'Pierre'
#2 most savedGoldenstar
Chrysogonum virginianum
#3 most saved'Eco Lacquered Spider' Green and Gold
Chrysogonum australe 'Eco Lacquered Spider'
How to grow Chrysogonum
What the Chrysogonum varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Chrysogonum year
- PlantMarch, April, August and September100% of varieties
Plant new stock in spring or early fall for best establishment
- DivideFebruary and August100% of varieties
Divide clumps every 3-4 years to rejuvenate the patch
- Spring CleanupFebruary and March100% of varieties
Remove any winter-damaged or brown foliage before new growth starts
Do
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged 💧
- Prune back after flowering to encourage bushy growth
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t let soil dry out completely
- Refrain from heavy fertilization late in the season
- Don’t fertilize late in the season which can promote weak, leggy growth
What goes wrong with Chrysogonum
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide if needed |
Making more Chrysogonum
seed
- Sow seeds on the soil surface in early spring.
- Keep soil moist for 2-3 weeks until germination.
- Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart after emergence.
division
- Dig up mature clumps in early spring or fall.
- Separate into smaller sections with roots attached.
- Replant divisions immediately at same depth.
Chrysogonum questions
How many types of Chrysogonum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Chrysogonum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 148 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Chrysogonum grow in?
Across its varieties, Chrysogonum covers USDA Zones 5–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Chrysogonum bloom?
Most Chrysogonum varieties bloom in early spring, spring to fall, late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Chrysogonum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Chrysogonum shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Chrysogonum in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
