Trollius x cult. 'Frühlingsbote'

An upright, clump-forming herbaceous perennial. It typically grows to 40-60 cm (16-24 inches) in height and 20-35 cm (8-14 inches) in spread, forming a neat mound of foliage.

Deciduous, deeply lobed, and deeply cut, featuring a rich green color. The foliage forms a dense basal clump from which the flower stems emerge.

Produces large, globular (ball-shaped) flowers that open to a cup-shape as they mature. The color is typically a bright yellow to orange-yellow. It blooms early, from April to May, making it one of the first Trollius to flower.

Thrives best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers cooler climates and consistent moisture, disliking hot, dry conditions.

Excellent (USDA Zones 3-8), making it very cold-hardy.

Prefers moist to consistently wet, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It adapts well to clay and loam, but dislikes drying out. Ideal for boggy or damp areas.

Has a high water requirement. Requires consistently moist conditions, especially during the growing and blooming season.

Ideal for moist perennial borders, bog gardens, pond edges, or naturalistic plantings where its bright blooms can be showcased. It also makes an excellent cut flower.

Low maintenance. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage tidiness and potentially a small rebloom. If foliage declines in summer, it can be cut back for a neater appearance. Divide clumps in late summer or early fall if needed.

Best planted in autumn or early spring.