Summary
A truly shade tolerant goldenrod, broad-leaf 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 can prevent abundant self-seeding. Pair with blue wood aster (Symphyotrichum cordifolium), American alumroot (Heuchera americana), mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum), and green-and-gold (Chrysogonum virginianum) for a stunning fall display. Zone 3-8.
More Details
- Plant Type
perennial - Sun/Shade Conditions
full-sun-to-partial-shade - Foliage Character
deciduous - Soil Moisture
average-to-moist - Flowering Period
late-summer-to-early-fall - Soil PH
adaptable - Flower Color
yellow - Summer Foliage Color
green - Fall Foliage Color
bronze-to-reddish, green - Other Common Names
zig-zag goldenrod - Fruit/Seed Color
tan
Additional Information
Missouri Botanical Garden, Illinois Wildflowers, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center