Basket of gold (Aurinia saxatilis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Basket of gold on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Brassicaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Basket of gold
Aurinia saxatilis, commonly known as Basket of Gold, is a low-growing perennial plant that forms dense mounds of grey-green foliage. In spring, it becomes covered in a profusion of small, bright yellow flowers, creating a spectacular golden carpet. It is ideal for rock gardens, path edges, or for trailing over low walls, adding a vibrant splash of color.
Native range
Eastern Europe and Asia Minor
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal flowering and prefers well-drained soils, even poor or calcareous ones. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is drought-tolerant once established. Avoid waterlogging at all costs, as it is prone to root rot in wet conditions. A light trim after flowering can encourage more compact growth and a possible second flush of blooms.
How to save a dying Basket of gold
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilting leaves, soft stems. Base may rot if too wet.
- First aid
- If potted, check drainage and soil. In ground, ensure good drainage. Remove damaged parts. Reduce watering.
- What kills it
- The main killer is excess moisture, due to overwatering or poor drainage. It prefers dry soils.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. If rot isn't severe, it can recover with changes in watering and drainage.