Botanical Name: Bidens ferulifolia ‘Blazing Star™’

Common Name: Bidens, Beggarticks

Hardiness Zone: Annual in Most Climates; Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11)

Size: 10–14" Tall × 18–30" Spread

Growth Habit: Spreading, Mounding, Trailing Habit

Sunlight: Thrives in Full Sun

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Average Garden Soils

Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: Golden Yellow Star-Shaped Blooms, Heavy Flowering, Heat Tolerant, Self-Cleaning, Pollinator Friendly

Uses: Ideal for Containers, Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, Edging, Groundcover-Style Plantings, and Mass Displays

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

See our complete Bidens Plant Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Bidens ‘Blazing Star™’

Blazing Star™ is a standout variety of Bidens that’s now positioned within the Timeless™ Collection from Danziger, and that classification makes a lot of sense once you see it growing. The golden-yellow, star-shaped blooms are vivid and eye-catching, with a richness to the color that really sets it apart from more standard yellow Bidens. What elevates it further is how those blooms are carried—cleanly and evenly across a plant that stays dense, compact, and intentionally shaped. Rather than stretching or opening up as the season progresses, Blazing Star holds a full, rounded habit and continues flowering without losing its structure.

Blazing Star remains dense and well-branched; instead of stretching or thinning out as Summer wears on, ‘Blazing Star’ keeps a rounded, lush habit and continues pumping out flowers without skipping a beat. The blooms sit nicely above the foliage and completely cover the plant, giving it a high-impact look in containers and borders alike. That balance between fullness and restraint is exactly what I look for in modern Bidens.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, Blazing Star has been consistently impressive in full sun. It settles in quickly, handles heat without flinching, and keeps its shape even during long stretches of hot, dry weather. I especially appreciate how compact and controlled it remains—there’s no constant grooming or pinching required to keep it looking good.

We use it often as a filler or spiller in mixed containers where it softens edges without overwhelming neighboring plants, but it’s just as effective planted along borders or used to fill in sunny beds. Pollinators love it, the flowers are self-cleaning, and the plant stays neat all season. Between the refined habit, nonstop bloom, and standout color, ‘Blazing Star’ earns its place as a truly timeless performer in the garden.

Blazing Star™ vs. Other Bidens

Blazing Star™ is known for its bright, warm golden-orange flowers that bring a vibrant, sunset-toned color to containers, hanging baskets, and garden beds. Compared to Bidens Golden Empire™, which leans more toward a pure golden-yellow, ‘Blazing Star’ carries a hint of orange warmth that feels more autumn-like and dynamic.

Against Pretty in Pink™ and White Delight™ Improved, its warm tones create strong contrast, adding energy and brightness to calmer pastel or neutral palettes. ‘Blazing Star’ is ideal when you want a focal color that stands out in mixed combinations, especially in sunny locations where its rich hues can truly shine.