Golden Fleece Goldenrod: Low Groundcover with Whimsical Flower Panicles

Golden Fleece Goldenrod

Solidago sphacelata ‘Golden Fleece’ (sol-ih-DAY-go sfass-el-AY-tah) forms a neat, 1-foot-tall groundcover. Dense, branched panicles splay upward and outward whimsically, resembling a mass of elegantly bunched bouquets. Outstanding cultivar for late-season color.

Key Features

• Habit: Low, spreading groundcover ~1 foot tall.
• Flowers: Whimsical, splayed panicles like bunched bouquets.
• Wildlife: Attracts butterflies; native; self-seeds.

Growing Conditions

Grow in lean to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Deadhead to control self-seeding.

Propagation

Divide in spring or fall.

Potential Issues

Spot anthracnose, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots.

Quick Reference

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, Naturalizing, Roadside, Rock/Herb/Meadow Garden
Tolerance	Deer, Drought, Frost