goldenrod
Also known as: Aaron's rod; golden rod; woundweed; woundwort
An herbaceous perennial to 50cm tall, forming a clump of sparsely branched stems bearing slender, toothed leaves. In late summer it produces narrow flowerspikes composed of numerous tiny yellow flowers; these are good for attracting pollinating insects
Scientific classification
- Species
- goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea)
- Genus
- Solidago
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of goldenrod
Distribution map
Most of Europe, including Britain
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of goldenrod
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goldenrod care guide
- Moderate regular watering, tolerate brief mild drought periods
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, tolerate brief mild drought periods
Fertilizing
FertilizingLow-strength general plant feed every four weeks spring summer
Pruning
PruningRemove flowered stems to prevent self-seeding
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in poor to moderately fertile, preferably sandy, well-drained soil in full sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews
Pests
Generally pest-free
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