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Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 50 cm (12 - 20 in)
Spread 0.3 - 7 m (1 - 24 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece' (autumn goldenrod) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant flowers during late summer to late fall. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and coarse - medium in texture.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Solidago sphacelata 'Golden Fleece' (autumn goldenrod) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.