| April 2007 — Trollius / Globeflower |
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 Part of the Ranunculaceae family, Trollius is also sometimes commonly referred to as buttercup because of the characteristic striking yellow cup-shaped flowers of many varieties. Trollius has an erect form and grows in distinctive clumps. The palmately three- to five-lobed leaves are glossy dark to mid-green with toothed margins.Trollius prefers moist and fertile growing conditions and does particularly well near streams, bogs and water gardens. It prefers a spot with full sun or part shade. Clumps are easily divided in spring or early fall; germination by seed tends to be variable. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 7.
Trollius europaeus is often found listed in catalogues as x cultorm. The species of Common Globeflower tends to be more tolerant of drier soils. The cultivar 'Superbus' flowers more prolifically than the species with flowers measure one to two inches across and feature overlapping, in-curved petals. Blooms in late summer, growing to a maximum height of 24". Flowers can be used in bouquets, although vase life can be limited to a few days. Trollius chinensis 'Golden Queen' This is one of the more popular varieties of Trollius, featuring semi-double golden-yellow petals with a contrasting tuft of orange stamens. The blooms open flatter than other globeflowers and the descriptor "globe" is not as appropriate as for other types. The stems are strongly erect, requiring no staking and grow to a maximum height of 36". Trollius x cultorum 'Pritchard's Giant' Features large, deep yellow flowers in late spring, growing to a height of 36". Fine glossy foliage, best in moist soils. Does well in full sun or part shade. Trollius x cultorum 'Lemon Queen' Elegant and subtle lemon yellow double blossoms. Compact growth habit. Maximum height of 36". Part shade to full sun and requiring moist soils. Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Princess' Large vibrant and double orange flowers, measuring up to three inches across. Maximum height of 24- 30 inches. Early summer bloom. Full sun to part shade, prefers moist soil. |
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