Goldenrod (Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece') sol-ih-DAY-go sfass-el-AY-tah Genus:  Solidago This outstanding cultivar forms a neat, 1-foot tall groundcover. It has dense, branched panicles that splay upward and outward whimsically, resembling a mass of elegantly bunched bouquets.  Noteworthy Characteristics:  Solidago reliably provides end-of-season color in blazing shades of yellow to the wild garden or naturalistic plantings.  Care:  Grow in lean to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Deadhead to prevent prolific self-seeding. Propagation:  Divide in spring or fall. Problems:  Spot anthracnose, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Native, Self Seeds, Showy Flowers, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Summer Flower Color Yellow Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Naturalizing, Roadside Style Rock Garden, Herb Garden, Meadow Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Frost Tolerant Type Perennials