Trollius 'Golden Queen'

Trollius 'Golden Queen': Royal Glow, Moisture-Loving Beauty

With vivid, bowl-shaped blooms in rich golden-orange, Trollius 'Golden Queen' brings a regal splash of colour to moist borders and woodland edges from late spring into early summer. Tall, graceful stems rise above deeply cut, dark green foliage, each bearing semi-double flowers with striking central stamens that give a lantern-like effect. Thriving in cooler climates and reliably moist soils, this globeflower adds upright form and bold seasonal colour to part-shade spaces.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 60–75 cm
• Spread: 45–60 cm
• Flower Colour: Golden orange
• Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage: Deeply lobed, rich green, forming a mounded base
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

Uses and Benefits: 'Golden Queen' is perfect for moist borders, streambanks, or shady garden beds that retain consistent moisture. Its vertical bloom display makes it ideal for mixing among ferns, hostas, and early-flowering perennials. Pollinator-friendly and deer resistant, it’s a strong performer that holds its own in cottage and woodland-inspired plantings.

Companion Plants: Pair Trollius 'Golden Queen' with the arching, variegated blades of Carex 'Ice Dance', the magenta-pink blooms and fragrant foliage of Geranium 'Bevan's Variety', and the cheerful yellow rosettes of Primula 'Crescendo Golden' for a vibrant, moisture-loving planting that glows through spring and early summer.

Care Instructions: Plant in consistently moist, rich soil with sun to part shade. Water during dry periods, especially in warmer weather. Deadhead to prolong bloom, and cut back spent foliage in late summer. Divide clumps every few years to maintain health and vigour.

History: A cultivated form of the Eurasian native Trollius chinensis, 'Golden Queen' has been a favourite in cool-climate gardens for decades, valued for its tall stems, long-lasting flowers, and ability to thrive in damp soils.

Final Thoughts: With its brilliant colour, elegant form, and love of moisture, Trollius 'Golden Queen' reigns supreme in shady, damp garden corners—bringing a bright and uplifting presence to the early season landscape.