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Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’ (Rough Goldenrod)

Rough Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Rough-Stemmed Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Wrinkle-Leaf Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Rough-Leaf Goldenrod 'Fireworks'

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Solidago Rugosa 'Fireworks' , Rough Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Rough-Stemmed Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Wrinkle-Leaf Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Rough-Leaf Goldenrod 'Fireworks', Fall perennials, Fall Flowers, Yellow flowers

Marking the end of summer with its sprays of bright yellow flowers, Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’ (Rough Goldenrod) is a clump-forming perennial that provides a bold splash of color in the late-season garden. Blooming for weeks from late summer to late fall, this eye-catching beauty features arching flower panicles that resemble fireworks cascading off the plant. They are a great source of nectar and pollen, attracting various species of insects, including small bees, wasps, flies, small butterflies, skippers, and beetles. The fine-textured leaves emerge burgundy in spring and change to dark green in summer. Ornamental throughout the season, Fireworks is subject to less spreading than the species and can be mixed with other perennials without fear of it becoming invasive.

  • Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
  • Grows up to 30-36 in. tall and wide (75-90 cm). Subject
  • Thrives in full sun or light shade in average, slightly acidic, medium to wet, well-drained soils. It is not fussy about soils and tolerates clay soils and wet soils.
  • Vital ingredient of late summer and fall borders, cottage gardens, prairies, and meadows, where it adds color and texture. Also valued for the excellent quality of its cut flowers.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for rust, powdery mildew, or leaf spot. Deer resistant.
  • Division of the basal rosettes, usually in late winter, is the easiest propagation method.

Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 8
Heat Zones 4 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Solidago
Common names Goldenrod
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Clay Soil, Wet Soil
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Solidago bicolor (White Goldenrod)
Solidago gigantea (Early Goldenrod)
Solidago altissima (Tall Goldenrod)
Euthamia occidentalis (Western Goldentop)
Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod)
Euthamia graminifolia (Grass-Leaved Goldenrod)

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Panicum virgatum ‘Cloud Nine’ (Switch Grass)
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’ (Chinese Silver Grass)
Sedum ‘Herbstfreude’ (‘Autumn Joy’)
Pennisetum alopecuroides (Fountain Grass)
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)
Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena)

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Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 8
Heat Zones 4 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Solidago
Common names Goldenrod
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Clay Soil, Wet Soil
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage
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Do I Need?
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