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Solidago sphacelata Golden Fleece

Goldenrod (Short-Pappus Goldenrod)

Bushy, compact habit makes it a contender for edging in the perennial border.

  • »  Clump forming, well-branched habit
  • »  Arching panicles of golden-yellow flowers
  • »  Flowers cover a finely textured foliage
  • »  Leaves are oval to heart-shaped and mid-green in colour
  • »  Excellent as a massing perennial
  • »  Bloom Time: August to September

1gal
$21.88
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:40-45 cm
  • Spread:50-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Naturalizing
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece'

Goldenrod (Solidago) is unfairly blamed for being the source of pollen or allergens which affect those who suffer from hay fever. Pollen from goldenrod is too heavy to travel by air whereas ragweed pollen, which is released close in time to that of solidago, is easily carried and is the true source of this discomfort. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece'

Thrives in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. Tolerates poor quality soils and a considerable amount of drought conditions.