| | | Family | Compositae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Spread | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | The herbaceous perennial Solidago speciosa (goldenrod) bears showy blossoms during mid summer to early fall. | | Special Characteristics | This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Solidago speciosa (goldenrod) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |