Golden Ragwort
(Packera aurea)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 1 - 3 ft
Spread: 0.5 - 1.5 ft
Flower Color: Gold / Yellow
Flower Time: Spring (Mar - Jun)
Fruit Type: Seed Capsule
Fruit Color: Brown / Reddish
Autumn Color: Evergreen / Semi-Evergreen
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Medium / High
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: No (Toxic)
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Golden Groundsel, Senecio aureus
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Golden Ragwort is a pollen and nectar source for many pollinators including bees. It is a larval host for 18 species of caterpillars and also provides cover for beneficial insects, including fireflies.
