Photo of Solidago speciosa flower by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens

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Solidago speciosa

Also Known As

  • Showy Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Solidago speciosa plant details

Solidago speciosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago speciosa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, fall color, naturalizing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago speciosa

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bright beacon of gold, this native blooms as the fall migration of Monarchs sweeps by in early fall, offering nectar to help fuel their long journey. By nature a spreader, it shows off its large flowers best at the back of the border, or in a neglected site where it will fill in admirably.
The sculpted flower spikes of Showy Goldenrod create a spectacular show. The foot long golden wands add a distinctive flourish to the autumnal prairie landscape. Solidago speciosa blooms August ? September and is an important late season nectar source for butterflies and other pollinators. Hardy to Zones 3 - 8.

Gardening facts about Solidago speciosa plant

How to Grow Solidago speciosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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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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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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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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aka Riddell's Golden Rod

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun
  • regular - low
Photo of Solidago riddellii flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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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