Late Goldenrod, Giant Goldenrod

Late Goldenrod, Giant Goldenrod Solidago gigantea Part shade, wet to medium moisture level, adapted to most soils except rocky, very strongly acid to slightly alkaline pH.  3-7 feet height, blooms late summer into fall, yellow flowers, re-seeds at a moderate rate and spreads rapidly by rhizomes. Germination Code:  C(60), D Native Region:  Scattered statewide Showy flowers on an adaptable plant.  Not fussy about soil but does need a steady supply of water.  Attracts bees. flower;sun/shade;wet;clay flower;sun/shade;wet;loam flower;sun/shade;wet;sand flower;sun/shade;medium;clay flower;sun/shade;medium;loam flower;sun/shade;medium;sand

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