Caltha palustris (Marsh Marigold Early)

Caltha palustris (Marsh Marigold Early)
Marsh Marigold is a native rhizomatous herbaceous perennial in the buttercup (Ranuculaceae) family that can be found from Newfoundland to Alaska south to Nebraska, Tennessee and North Carolina. Clusters of brilliant single petalled yellow flowers resembling buttercups open over succulent, heart-shaped, rich green leaves.

Species bloom mid-spring to early summer. This selection will flower a week or more before (earlier than) the species. It can be planted along stream banks or near water gardens in small clumps or large patches. It can tolerate standing water in the spring during its bloom season. Deer resistant. Full sun to part shade 1-2', Z3-7.