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    Solidago simplex

    Also Known As

    • Solidago bellidifolia
    • Solidago decumbens
    • Solidago glutinosa var. nana
    • Solidago oreophila
    • Solidago spathulata var. nana
    • Mountain Goldenrod

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-24"
    • W: 6"-18"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Solidago simplex plant details

    Solidago simplex is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago simplex

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in fall
    Uses: cutting garden, dwarf, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago simplex

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A treasure from the subalpine Rockies, this dwarf (4-6") creeper has red stems and tiny golden-yellow flowers in dense rounded heads. S/M/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Solidago simplex plant

    How to Grow Solidago simplex

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • 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 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 riddellii

    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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    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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