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Solidago sphacelata

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.5 - 1.2 m (1.5 - 4 ft)
Spread
Light full sun
Soil Moisture
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Solidago sphacelata (autumn goldenrod) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant flowers during early fall to late autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, dried flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Solidago sphacelata . Solidago sphacelata is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Solidago sphacelata (autumn goldenrod) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Solidago sphacelata (autumn goldenrod) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.