About
A compact perennial to 60cm in height, with narrow mid-green leaves and panicles of light yellow daisies 1cm across.
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
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningRemove faded flower heads and cut back dying foliage in autumn
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or propagate by basal cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews