Trollius ‘Full Moon’ – A Bright Spring-Flowering Perennial
Trollius ‘Full Moon’ is a clump-forming perennial admired for its large, soft lemon-yellow, globe-shaped flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. The rounded blooms sit proudly above lush, deeply divided green foliage, creating a bright, cheerful display in borders, damp gardens, and naturalistic planting schemes. With its strong stems, long-lasting flowers, and low-maintenance nature, ‘Full Moon’ brings fresh colour and structure to the spring garden.
Why Grow Trollius ‘Full Moon’?
Large Lemon-Yellow Flowers – Bright, globe-shaped blooms in late spring.
Lush Green Foliage – Deeply divided leaves provide texture and structure.
Moisture-Loving Perennial – Ideal for damp soils and waterside planting.
Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and beneficial insects.
Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.
Height and Spread
Typically grows to 60–80cm (2–2.5ft) in height, with a spread of 45–60cm (18–24in).
Where to Site Your Trollius ‘Full Moon’
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Borders: Adds bright spring colour
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Moist Garden Areas: Thrives in damp soil conditions
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Waterside Planting: Ideal near ponds and streams
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Naturalistic Gardens: Perfect for informal planting schemes
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Pollinator Gardens: Supports early-season insects
How to Grow and Care
Soil – Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil; does not tolerate drought.
Light – Full sun to partial shade.
Watering – Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry periods.
Maintenance
Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to maintain appearance.
Pruning: Cut back foliage after flowering if untidy.
Mulching: Helps retain moisture and improve soil quality.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-resistant.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Perennials: Iris sibirica, Astilbe, Primula
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Grasses: Carex, Deschampsia
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Shrubs: Cornus, Salix (dwarf forms)
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Companion Colours: Blues and purples for contrast
Conclusion
Trollius ‘Full Moon’ is a bright, moisture-loving perennial with lemon-yellow globe-shaped flowers and lush foliage. Perfect for borders, damp gardens, and naturalistic planting, it delivers cheerful spring colour, structure, and low-maintenance reliability.
