Galatella linosyris
goldilocks
A clump-forming perennial with erect, unbranched stems to 70cm tall, heavily clothed with upward-pointing, linear leaves. In late summer and autumn it produces clusters of yellow flowers at the stem tips. A rarely occurring British native wildflower
Other common names
goldilocks astergoldylocks
Synonyms
Galatella linosyris 'Goldilocks'Aster linosyris 'Goldilocks'
see moreChrysocoma linosyris
Linosyris vulgaris
Aster linosyris
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Yellow | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Galatella is a genus of around 30 species of tall, clump-forming herbaceous perennials found in Europe and Asia. They have narrow, hairy leaves and produce daisy-like flowers during the summer.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S & SE Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-cultivated, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Mulch annually after cutting back in late autumn; stake in spring
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
Cut back to ground level in autumn
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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