goldenrod
Solidago 'Early Bird'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Root Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Goldenrod (Solidago 'Early Bird') should be watered deeply once or twice a week to a depth of 8-10 inches. Water should be applied slowly to ensure the soil has time to absorb the moisture and that the root system has time to drink it up. This will help promote deep strong roots for the plant. It is important to always check the soil before watering, as it may not need to be watered every week if the soil is still moist from the previous watering. In the hot summer months, additional watering may be needed. Avoid overwatering, as goldenrod does not flourish in overly wet conditions.
sunlight
Goldenrod (Solidago 'Early Bird') should be grown in a location with full sun for about 6-8 hours of direct sunlight a day. If possible, it should be planted somewhere that receives some afternoon shade during the hot summer months. It can tolerate partial sun, but it will not flower as vigorously in those conditions.
pruning
Goldenrod (Solidago 'Early Bird') should be pruned lightly after flowering. Deadheading the spent flowers helps to encourage a second blooming. Cutting the plant back by 1-third its height at the end of the blooming season will encourage new growth and a fuller bush. Pruning should be done in late summer after flowering has finished.
