Summary
A truly shade tolerant goldenrod, Solidago flexicaulis is a good choice for the woodland garden, where its bright yellow flowers and vigorous, rhizomatous growth habit are an asset. The flower heads appear in late summer to early fall in narrow clusters at the tips of the stems and in the leaf axils. Easily recognized because of the zig-zag appearance of its stems and broadly oval, coarsely toothed leaves, it grows 1-3’ tall and prefers fertile, loamy, well-drained soil. Deadheading is recommended to prevent abundant self-seeding. Pair with Symphyotrichum cordifolium, Heuchera villosa, Aconitum uncinatum, and Chrysogonum virginianum for a stunning fall display.
More Details
- Plant Type
perennial - Sun/Shade Conditions
filtered-shade, partial-shade - Foliage Character
deciduous - Soil Moisture
average, dry, moist - Flowering Period
early-fall, late-summer - Soil PH
adaptable - Flower Color
yellow - Summer Foliage Color
green - Fall Foliage Color
green - Other Common Names
zig-zag goldenrod - Fruit/Seed Color
tan
Additional Information
Asters and Goldenrods of New England, USDA Plants Database, Robert W. Freckmann Herbarium