Slender Goldenrod (Solidago erecta)Aster Family This common roadside Goldenrod typically has paler yellow flowers than many of its relatives. It starts sending up a flower stalk in September and usually finishes blooming in early October. Flowers are arranged on a single, slender wand, with several wands per plant. This species has an elegant look to it and is not particularly aggressive. Flowers turn to dark tan, fluffy achenes that add interest to the winter landscape. It’s not picky about soil and can be placed in full sun or on woodland’s edge. Goldenrods are an important late season nectar and pollen source for many insects. You will see lots of interesting bees, wasps, flies, and butterflies on this late bloomer. Give this species a try--you won't regret it! Blooms: Yellow, 4-6 weeks, Sept-OctLeaves: Leaves are mostly basal, with only very small leaves on the flowering stalkHeight: 2-4’ Space: 18-24"Soil: Average-Dry, poor soilsExposure: Full sun-Part sunFauna: High pollinator value–supports many specialized bees, moth host plant, seeds for birdsSeeds: Classic tan/white fluffy achenesDeer Resistance: HighZone: 3-9Native Status: NC native, common in the Piedmont and Mountains, uncommon in the Coastal PlainProvenance: NC, seed grown
