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Goldenrod: Solidago speciosa

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goldenrod with bumblebee

Family: Asteraceae

Above: goldenrod with bee, Below: goldenrod in meadow Use: meadows, prairies, borders, natural gardens
goldenrod with heath aster

Plant: spreading perennial to 5'

Origin: eastern US prairies

Zone
: 4 - 8

Flowers
: terminal spike of small composite flowers with bright yellow rays and discs.

Foliage: simple leaves.

Culture
: full sun to part sun in well drained soil. Give plenty of space for spreading. Drought tolerant. Attracts pollinators.



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