Marsh-marigold
Caltha palustris
Beautiful, lush, and low-growing, this wildflower is a wonderful addition to areas with richer soils and consistent moisture. In the Buttercup family, its brilliant yellow flowers provide a lovely burst of color and food for early pollinators in spring.
BLOOM TIME
- May
- June
SUNLIGHT
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Partial Shade
SOIL TYPE
- Moist
- Texture (Sand)
- Texture (Loam)
- Texture (Clay)
- High Organic Matter
- pH Acid <6.0
HEIGHT
1-3'
CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED
1-10
WILDLIFE BENEFITED
Pollinators
Artist: Claire Luce Baldwin
Photo Credit: Donald Cameron