Bloomeria aurea, commonly known as Golden Stars, is a perennial herb endemic to the grasslands and open woodlands of California. It typically grows to a height and width of about 1 foot. This species is characterized by its long, narrow, grass-like leaves and a striking inflorescence consisting of a bracted cluster of many flowers, resembling exploding fireworks. The flowers, which bloom from April to June, are a vibrant orange-yellow with bright green anthers, creating a showy display in late spring. Golden Stars are particularly noted for their large flower clusters that can contain around fifty blossoms each.

Golden Stars are valued for their bright, eye-catching flowers and are often used in wildflower gardens, rock gardens, and as border plants. They are also suitable for naturalized areas and meadow plantings. In cultivation, they require a warm position and well-drained rich sandy loam. During the growing season, moisture is essential, but once dormancy sets in and the foliage dies down, the bulbs should be kept dry until autumn growth resumes. Although they can tolerate temperatures down to between -5 and -10 °C, they are rarely seen in colder areas. Bloomeria aurea does best in full sun and is adaptable to low or medium water conditions, making it a drought-tolerant choice for water-wise gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0