Rough Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa)
Rough Goldenrod is a 2’ to 5’ tall native perennial featuring variable sized panicles of small bright yellow flowers. A summer flowering plant preferring medium to moist soils in full sun or partial shade. Deer, rabbits, and small mammals feed on the foliage and pollinators are attracted to the bright flowers.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Rough Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) |
Alternatative Common Names | Wrinkleleaf Goldenrod |
Botanical Synonyms |
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Bloom Season | Summer-Fall |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | Yellow |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Medium (Mesic);Wet (Hydric) |
Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam) |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FAC |
pH | Acidic;Neutral |
pH Values | 5.0/7.5 |
Average height | 3-4ft |
USDA Zones | 4a;4b;5a;5b;6a;6b;7a;7b;8a;8b; |
RNS Region | 1;2;3 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 1000000 |
Seeds Per Oz | 62500 |
Seeds Per Packet | 930 |
Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Deer Resistant;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food;Wildlife Nesting;Nectar Source; |