Solidago nemoralis is one of the smallest goldenrod species, reaching only 4–6 inches in poor soils and up to 2 feet in fertile ground. Gray-green leaves form clumps topped by languid, one-sided yellow plumes. Notably tolerant of both sandy and clay soils.
Plant in lean to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Deadhead to limit self-seeding.
Divide in spring or fall.
Spot anthracnose, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots.
| Height | 1–3 ft. |
| Spread | 1–3 ft. |
| Growth Pace | Moderate |
| Light | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to Medium |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Uses | Beds & Borders, Cut/Dried Flowers, Ground Cover, Naturalizing, Roadside, Rock Garden |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Frost |
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