Species goldenrod
yellow flowers with green leaves and light-green stems

goldenrod

Solidago 'Gold Spangles'

Goldenrod (Solidago 'Gold Spangles') is an ornamental foliage plant with bright yellow flowers. It is part of the aster family and grows in upright clumps. It is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance. The yellow flowers attract a variety of pollinators such as butterflies, bees, and birds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and average temperatures, but will dieback in cooler weather. It can be used as a border plant or a solitary specimen in a garden bed. Overall, this low-maintenance and vibrant plant is an excellent addition to any garden or landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Root Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

gold,green,yellow

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Goldenrod should be watered on a regular basis, about once a week or when the top 2 inches of soil appear dry to the touch. Make sure you water thoroughly, giving the plant a good soaking each watering. The soil should no be too soggy or too dry. Over-watering Goldenrod can cause root rot and other plant diseases.

sunlight

Goldenrod (Solidago 'Gold Spangles') likes full sun to partial shade, meaning the plant should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive. Keep it in an area that gets sunlight for a good part of the day, with some protection from the hottest midday sun. Having some afternoon shade will also help prevent wilting of the foliage due to the intense heat.

pruning

Goldenrod (Solidago 'Gold Spangles') should be pruned once a year in the late winter or early spring, before it starts to produce new growth. Prune this plant back by cutting off the old flower stalks all the way to the ground. Also, pruning any dead or damaged stems will help to promote healthy new growth in the spring. In the late summer, you may also want to lightly trim any branches that have become overextended to keep the plant's growth in check.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Feb
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Goldenrod typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Goldenrod typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

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