Description
Solidago (Goldenrod) Growing Conditions
Solidago, commonly known as Goldenrod, is a striking perennial that brings vibrant golden-yellow blooms to your garden, making it a favorite for late summer and autumn displays. Ideal for pollinator-friendly landscapes, it attracts bees, butterflies, and sugar birds while adding height and texture to mixed borders.
Key Features:
Botanical Name: Solidago spp.
Common Name: Goldenrod
Flower Color: Golden-yellow
Bloom Time: Late summer to autumn
Height: 60 cm – 150 cm, depending on the variety
Growing Tips:
Sunlight: Goldenrod thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. It performs best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil but is highly adaptable and can grow in poor soils as well.
Watering: Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. Keep soil moist during its first year of growth for optimal root development.
Spacing: Space plants 30–60 cm apart to allow for air circulation and prevent overcrowding.
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the stems to maintain the plant’s shape and vigor.
Perfect For:
Cottage gardens
Pollinator gardens
Low-maintenance landscapes
Goldenrod is a hardy and resilient plant that thrives with minimal care, adding bold color to your garden year after year.
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