Species Ouachita Mountain goldenrod Guide
yellow flowers with pink-green leaves and light-green stems

Ouachita Mountain goldenrod

Solidago ouachitensis

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Ouachita Mountain goldenrod should be watered consistently to ensure proper growth. Depending on soil type, climate and other environmental factors, the plant may require more or less water. In general, plants of this species should be watered thoroughly once a week to a depth of 1-2 inches. If the soil is very dry (such as during periods of drought), water the plant 2 to 3 times a week to a depth of 1-2 inches. During periods of very hot and dry weather, water may need to be applied more frequently, such as every other day. Make sure the soil has dried out between watering to prevent root rot or other issues. Too little water can be just as damaging as too much.

sunlight

Ouachita Mountain goldenrod (Solidago ouachitensis) prefers full sun for best growth. While it can tolerate some shade, it will perform best and produce the most blooms in Lots of sun is necessary for them to bloom throughout the summer and into early Autumn. It requires at least 6 to 8 hours of sun per day in order to thrive and bloom. This plant grows best in moist, loamy soil with good drainage.

pruning

Pruning of Ouachita Mountain goldenrod (Solidago ouachitensis) should occur in late spring, after the flowers have bloomed. Pruning should be done sparingly, only removing dead or damaged stems, and should be no more than 1-third of the stems per clump. Pruning should also be done carefully to avoid removing healthy stems.