Solidago odora

Also Known As

Solidago odora var. odora
Anise Scented Goldenrod
Fragrant Goldenrod
Sweet Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-10b

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Solidago odora plant details

Solidago odora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago odora

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, dried-arrangements, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago odora

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wonderfully fragrant of licorice or anise when bruised or dried, Sweet Goldenrod produces medium to large pyramidal clusters of golden yellow flowers in summer that are excellent for attracting pollinators and other beneficials. The flowers and foliage, fresh or dried, is often used to make a very nice herbal tea, as a mild spice in cooking, and could certainly be used in potpourris as well (Bonnie fell in love with the fragrance of the dried seed heads!). Another of the garden friendly clump forming Goldenrods, Sweet Goldenrod makes a nice addition to the garden, as well as in natural areas and along roadsides.

By: Almost Eden

Anise Scented Goldenrod, Solidago odora, is an excellent choice in dry shade. Named for the licorice fragrance given off by the leaves when crushed, the dense spires of golden-yellow flowers provide a burst of late season color. Native to dry open woods of the eastern U.S. and central Midwest, it is hardy to Zones 4 - 10.