Photo of Solidago sempervirens flower, foliage by José Luis Á. da Silveira

Photo by José Luis Á. da Silveira

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Solidago sempervirens

Also Known As

  • Seaside Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Solidago sempervirens plant details

Solidago sempervirens 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 water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago sempervirens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago sempervirens

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?This handsome goldenrod should be in every sunny garden..? (K. S. Taylor) where it?s hardy: it doesn?t spread by root, it?s long-lived, and its 2-6' stems produce huge clusters of deep-yellow flowers mid-summer to frost. S/M

Gardening facts about Solidago sempervirens plant

How to Grow Solidago sempervirens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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