CALTHA PALUSTRIS / MARSH MARIGOLD

CALTHA PALUSTRIS / MARSH MARIGOLD

A Native Perennial with Bright Yellow Spring Flowers

Caltha palustris, commonly known as Marsh Marigold, is a cheerful native perennial prized for its glossy green foliage and vibrant yellow cup-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring. Thriving in full sun to partial shade with wet, well-drained soils, Marsh Marigold adds color, texture, and ecological value to wetlands, pond edges, and naturalized landscapes. Its early blooms provide important nectar for emerging pollinators.

Why Choose Marsh Marigold?

Pollinator Friendly: Early spring flowers provide nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Wetland Tolerant: Thrives in consistently moist or wet soils, ideal for ponds, streams, and marshes.
Low Maintenance: Long-lived and adaptable once established.
Early Seasonal Interest: Bright yellow flowers herald the arrival of spring in gardens and naturalized areas.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Glossy green, rounded leaves.
Flower Color: Bright yellow, cup-shaped blooms in early spring.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 12–18 inches tall and 12–24 inches wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–7.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Soil Requirements: Wet to moist, well-drained soils; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy conditions.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 12–18 inches tall, 12–24 inches wide.
Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial with basal foliage and upright flower stems.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7.
Flowering: Early spring with bright yellow blooms.

Ideal Uses:

Wetland & Rain Gardens: Perfect for pond edges, marshy areas, and damp naturalized landscapes.
Borders & Perennial Beds: Adds early spring color and texture to gardens.
Pollinator Gardens: Supports early-emerging pollinators.
Low-Maintenance Landscapes: Resilient and long-lived in wet conditions.

Marsh Marigold is a charming and ecologically valuable native perennial. Its bright yellow flowers, wetland tolerance, and early-season nectar make it a standout choice for native gardens, pond edges, and naturalized landscapes.