Goldenrod

Goldenrod Care

Solidago

What is the plant

Solidago, commonly called goldenrods, is a genus of about 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. Most are herbaceous perennial species found in open areas such as meadows, prairies, and savannas.

Solidago canadensis, commonly called Canadian goldenrod, is a rhizomatous, upright perennial of the sunflower family. It is mostly found growing in moist conditions on abandoned farmlands, pastures, fields, thickets, prairies, waste areas and along roadsides. Central stems are clad with numerous, narrow, alternate, lance-shaped, sharply-toothed, stalkless to short-stalked green leaves (to 6" long and 1" wide) which are hairless above but hairy beneath and tapered at each end. Central stems are hairless near the base but soft hairy above the middle. Central stems rise to 4-5' (less frequently to 7') tall and are topped in late summer to fall (August to October) with large horizontally branched terminal pyramidal panicles containing one-sided recurving branches filled with masses of tiny yellow flowers (each to 1/8").

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

min 4a

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water goldenrod moderately when the plant is young and establishing itself. But, once mature and properly located in the landscape, native plants such as goldenrod need very little care. The plant should thrive alongside other drought-resistant plants.
Fertilizer
Fertilizing goldenrod is not necessary, as the plant grows in the worst soil conditions imaginable. However, if you wish to give your plants a boost or increase their height, fertilize them with organic compost in spring.
Sunlight
Goldenrod craves full sun and makes its best showing late summer. The plant will tolerate a bit of shade, but may not perform as well under such conditions.

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Soil
Most types of goldenrod are native to North America, where they grow as wildflowers in pastures and along roadsides. This gives you a good idea of how tough this plant really is, since the soil along roadsides is often poor. In its native region, goldenrod requires little care. The only real requirement for this wildflower is proper drainage, although it's even been known to tolerate clay-like soil.
Temperature
Goldenrod craves mid to late-summer heat and performs best in temperatures ranging from 80 to 86°F (26.6-30°C).
Popularity
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