Solidago nemoralis

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Grey Goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis)
Aster Family

This is one of our shortest and toughest Goldenrods. Grey goldenrod, tops out at just 2' and is usually closer to 12-18". It will grow where most other plants won't, including dry, rocky, or hard clay soils, and nutrient depleted fields. In fertile, moist conditions, it can spread somewhat aggressively, but if planted in a tough spot, it should have an average spread rate. Leaves and stems are covered in small grayish hairs, giving the plant its Grey Goldenrod name. Like all Goldenrods, it is an extremely beneficial plant for a given habitat, attracting hundreds of pollinator types while also supplying its leaves, stems, and seeds for numerous more. This species blooms a little later than most of our other commonly cultivated species, and can increase your Goldenrod bloom time into November. 

Blooms: Yellow, 6-8 weeks, Aug-Nov
Leaves: Lanceolate, simple, hairy
Height: 1-2'
Space: 12-18"
Soil: Average-Dry, tolerates poor soil
Exposure: Full sun-Part sun-Part shade
Fauna: High value-supports many specialized bees, moth host plant, seeds for birds
Seeds: Hair-like tufts replace flower heads
Deer Resistance: High
Zone: 3-9
Native Status: NC native, common across the state
Provenance: NC ecotype, seed grown