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Also Known As

  • Canadian Goldenrod

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $12.95

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Solidago canadensis plant details

Solidago canadensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solidago canadensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solidago canadensis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long stalks rise to 4-5' tall which are topped in masses of bright sunshine-yellow flowers from August to October. This easy-care perennial spreads by rhizomes and create colonies making it an excellent choice for wild, native or cottage gardens. This sunflower relative is native to almost all of the U.S. (excluding parts of the south) and Canada. Although it is well behaved at home, it has become invasive in Europe and Asia. Also perfect for pollinator gardens, butterflies are attracted this in droves! S/M
Large terminal clusters of small yellow flowers in late summer into October are a good nectar source for bees and butterflies. These particular plants come from a local native population. 4 - 5' tall and wide, adaptable to many soils. Give it a lot of space, it's rather eager. Minimum temperature: -40 °F

Gardening facts about Solidago canadensis plant

How to Grow Solidago canadensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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