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Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox'

Also Known As

  • Solidago praecox
  • Early Goldenrod
  • Golden Rod
  • Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox' plant details

Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall 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 average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, compact, cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These hybrids are not invasive like the native species and provide an excellent vibrant yellow spike at the end of the summer when I crave its stronger tones. Lovely with salvia uligenosa.

Gardening facts about Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox' plant

How to Grow Solidago virgaurea 'Praecox'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • 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
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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