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Solidago nemoralis (Goldenrod, Gray goldenrod)

Solidago nemoralis Photo/Illustration: Virginia Small



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Solidago nemoralis Common Name: Goldenrod, Gray goldenrod Genus: Solidago
This is one of the smallest species of goldenrod, topping out at only 4 to 6 inches high in poor soils, and 2 feet high in fertile soils. It is considered a garden-worthy species, with gray-green leaves that form clumps and languid, one-sided yellow plumes. It is tolerant of both sandy and clay soils.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Solidago reliably provides end-of-season color in blazing shades of yellow to the wild garden or naturalistic plantings. 
 Care: Grow in lean to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Deadhead to prevent prolific self-seeding.
 Propagation: Divide in spring or fall.
 Problems: Spot anthracnose, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Deer Tolerant;Drought Tolerant;Frost Tolerant
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Native; Self Seeds; Showy Flowers; Showy Seed Heads
Bloom Time Fall
Flower Color Yellow Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Naturalizing, Roadside
Style Herb Garden, Meadow Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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