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    • Photo of Solidago riddellii flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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    Solidago riddellii

    Also Known As

    • Riddell's Golden Rod

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 1'-2'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Solidago riddellii plant details

    Solidago riddellii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago riddellii

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, native plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago riddellii

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The narrow grassy leaves of this species are an asset in the fall border. Rounded, terminal flower heads on 2 ft tall stems.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Solidago riddellii plant

    How to Grow Solidago riddellii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Solidago 'Little Lemon' PP17297

    Scientific Name: Solidago 'Dansolitlem'

    aka Little Lemon Golden Rod, Little Lemon Goldenrod

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8"-14"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Solidago 'Little Lemon' PP17297 by Karl Gercens III
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    Solidago 'Laurin'

    aka Laurin Goldenrod

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Solidago 'Laurin' flower by daryl_mitchell
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    Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece'

    aka Golden Fleece Autumn Goldenrod

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-20"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece' flower by Kristine Paulus
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    Solidago 'Goldkind'

    aka Solidago canadensis 'Garden Baby', Solidago canadensis 'Golden Baby', Garden Baby Goldenrod, Golden Baby Golden Rod

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 18"-36"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Solidago 'Goldkind' flower by Karl Gercens III
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    Solidago californica

    aka California Goldenrod

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - low
    Photo of Solidago californica flower by The Watershed Nursery
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