Early Goldenrod

Solidago juncea

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Likes full sun. Earliest goldenrod to bloom. Tolerates poor, dry soils. Remove spent flower clusters to encourage additional bloom. May need to be divided every 2 to 3 years to control growth. This species is a good choice for large areas that require fast coverage. Cut back last year's growth during the winter months. Attracts bees, butterflies and birds.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

No Wetland Tolerance Never occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Upland Restoration

Urban / Tree Box

Tendency to Spread

Medium

Height (ft)

2-4

Flower Color

Yellow

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

June-Sept

Salinity Tolerance

No Tolerance