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Re: Late Spring Yellows

> Can anyone suggest a nice midsize, yellow-flowered perennial, blooming in
> late spring? (For zone 5, afternoon shade, rich but sometimes dry soil)
> 
> We're hoping to find a fairly full mound of foliage, maybe 1-1/2 feet W&H
> (to hide some withering tulips and to contrast with narrow-leaved
> neighbors).

What about Aurinia saxatilis (Basket-of-gold?)  Grow to about 12" high, has
evergreen silvery leaves, tolerates drought, and is covered with 
golden-yellow blooms in late spring.  Hardy to zone 4.

There are cultivars available with tighter habits and clearer yellow blooms.

Chris

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