Goldenrod typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
goldenrod
Solidago 'Early Bird'
Goldenrod 'Early Bird' is a beautiful perennial plant sure to bring striking warm hues of yellow to your garden. Growing up to 24 inches tall, 'Early Bird' makes an excellent filler, creating a sculptural presence between other plants. Its bright yellow plumes bloom between summer and autumn, attracting beneficial pollinators such as butterflies and bees. Its sunny presence is long-lasting, lasting well into the fall months and providing seasonal colour. Deeply clumped leaves form a contrast against the colourful blooms and offer texture to flower beds and borders. Goldenrod 'Early Bird' is an ideal choice for areas with high rainfall, where it will thrive and flourish.
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.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Goldenrod typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
