Showy Goldenrod (Solidago speciosa)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Showy Goldenrod
Solidago speciosa

Showy Goldenrod
Showy Goldenrod
 
Features

Upright clusters of small, yellow flowers.

 
 
Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils.

 
 
Mature Height
2-6 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Yellow
 
 
Bloom Season
August - October
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems; but rust can occur.

 
Additional Notes

Found in prairies, fields and open woods. Spreads by rhizomes.