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Solidago altissima (Tall Goldenrod)

Tall Goldenrod, Late Goldenrod, Canadian Goldenrod, Canada Goldenrod


Solidago altissima (Tall Goldenrod) is a rhizomatous, spreading perennial boasting tall, upright, central stems clad with narrowly lance-shaped leaves, 4-6 in. long (10-15 cm), usually with small teeth along the margins. In the fall, it bears densely packed clusters of dark yellow flowers along one side of arching branches. One plant can produce as many as 1500 small yellow flower heads in a large conical array. Attractive to bees, butterflies, and beetles, Tall Goldenrod provides a bold splash of color in the late-season garden. Easy to grow and low care, this handsome species spreads quickly by creeping rhizomes and self-seeding to form dense colonies. It is a good choice for prairies and meadows. Solidago altissima is the state wildflower of South Carolina.

  • Grows up to 2-6 ft. tall (60-180 cm).
  • Performs best in full sun to part shade in average, dry to moist, well-drained soils. Does well in dry soil and sites that have been disturbed by humans. Some drought tolerance once established.
  • A vital ingredient of late-season cottage gardens, prairies, and meadows where it adds color and texture.
  • Deadhead spent flowers to avoid self-seeding.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for powdery mildew.
  • Propagate by seed or division of clumps.
  • Native to North America.

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 10
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Solidago - Goldenrods
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Fall
Height 2' – 6' (60cm – 180cm)
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants United States, California, Midwest, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Northeast, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, Montana, Southeast, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Southwest, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 10
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Solidago - Goldenrods
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Fall
Height 2' – 6' (60cm – 180cm)
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants United States, California, Midwest, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Northeast, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, Montana, Southeast, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Southwest, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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