Scientific Name Chrysogonum virginianum Common Name Green and gold

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	Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9
	Habit: Semi-Evergreen; herbaceous perennial
	Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid
	Size: 6 to 9 inches
	Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types provided they are well-drained
	Form: --
	Texture: Medium
	Foliage: Medium green 1 to 3 inch simple leaves with sparse hairs
	Flower/Fruit: Golden yellow star shaped spetaled flowers in spring, sporadically in summer
	Comments: Needs well-drained soil; native; tolerates limited foot traffic
	Cultivars: --

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