goldenrod
Solidago hispida
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
gold,green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Goldenrod should be watered once a week, using approximately 1 inch of water. Be sure to water the soil and not the leaves, as this can cause disease. Water deeply, allowing the soil to become saturated, and then allow the top soil to dry out before watering again. Avoid over-watering the plant, as this can lead to root rot. Make sure that excess water is able to drain away. If possible, water goldenrod in the morning for best results.
sunlight
Goldenrod (Solidago hispida) prefers full sun, which is defined as 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. This type of plant will benefit from a good amount of morning sun and some afternoon shade. When grown in partial shade, goldenrod may become too tall and spindly, so it is important to ensure the plant is getting enough direct sunlight each day.
pruning
The best time to prune goldenrod (Solidago hispida) is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Prune back the plant to just above the crown or root-base to remove any dead or diseased growth. Pruning should be limited; only remove the exterior stems to open the crown and reduce congestion. Do not remove more than 25% of the stems, as too much pruning can reduce the flowering potential of the plant.
