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Solidago 'Crown of Rays'

Also Known As

  • Crown of Rays Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-2'
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4b-8b

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Solidago 'Crown of Rays' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago 'Crown of Rays'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago 'Crown of Rays'

USDA Zones: 4b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, dazzlingly gold flowers on 2' stems will brighten any late summer garden, followed by the gold of finches enjoying the seeds! S/M

Gardening facts about Solidago 'Crown of Rays' plant

How to Grow Solidago 'Crown of Rays'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • 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
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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
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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
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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
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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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