Gray Goldenrod
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Also known as Gray Goldenrod, Prairie Goldenrod, Oldfield Goldenrod, Grayleaf Goldenrod, Gray-leaved Goldenrod, Dyersweed Goldenrod, Dwarf Goldenrod, Field Goldenrod
Solidago nemoralis, also known as old field goldenrod, is the sunflower family's rhizomatous, upright perennial. It typically grows to a very compact 0.5' to 1' tall, infrequently reaching 3' tall. It is one of the smallest species of goldenrod and is native to North America; found across the southern provinces of Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia and in the U.S. from Maine to Florida west to Montana and New Mexico.
This erect perennial typically consists of a clump of 1-6 unbranched gray-green stems densely covered with short white hairs. It flowers from August to November, with the stems topped by narrow, often downward-arching, one-sided, bright yellow flower plumes (panicles) that are 4-10" long. The flowerheads, each about 1/4" across, are mainly located on the upper side of each panicle and are replaced after blooming by hairy achenes.
Goldenrods are attractive to bees and butterflies.
Height: 1'-2'
Spread: 1'-2'
Bloom: August-November
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low, Medium
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: Texas, North America
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
