Rough Goldenrod

Solidago rugosa

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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.

Prefers full sun and moist soil. Tolerant of clay soil. Plants can be aggressive spreaders in optimum growing conditions, but are generally not considered to be invasive. Cut back plants in late winter. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies. Not attractive to deer.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Wet

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Facultative Occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Constructed Wetland / Green Wet Basin

Urban / Tree Box

Wetland Restoration

Tendency to Spread

Medium

Height (ft)

2-5

Flower Color

Yellow

Fall Showy?

Yes

Flowering Time

Aug-Oct