About
A woody-based, herbaceous perennial to 50cm tall, forming a compact clump of upright stems with slender leaves. In late summer it freely produces conical clusters of tiny, yellow flowers; these are good for attracting pollinating insects and also good for cutting.
About the genus
Solidago are woody-based perennials, some invasive, with erect stems bearing narrow leaves and terminal panicles or racemes of small yellow flowers in summer and autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in poor to moderately fertile, preferably sandy, well-drained soil in full sun. May require staking in exposed sites. See staking perennials
PruningRemove flowered stems to prevent self-seeding
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to Powdery mildews