Gray Goldenrod

Gray Goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis) is a resilient, slender-stemmed perennial that grows up to 3 feet tall. This plant features coarsely-toothed green leaves and produces one-sided, yellow flower plumes that arch downward, giving it a distinctive vase-shaped appearance. Blooming from June to October, individual plants flower at varying times, extending the overall blooming season. This goldenrod thrives in dry, open woods and upland prairies, and is adaptable to various light conditions, from full sun to shade. It is an excellent choice for wildflower meadows, perennial gardens, or as a cut flower, with the added benefit of attracting butterflies and birds. Gray Goldenrod is moderately deer-resistant and works well in low-maintenance landscapes.

Scientific Name: Solidago nemoralis

Origin: Texas, North America

Height: 2 to 3 feet

Spread: 1 to 2 feet

Light: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Water: Medium

Blooms: June-October

USDA Zones: 7-9