Native Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet, Moist
Soil Type: Various rich, mesic, acid soils. Tolerates lime.
Height: 2'-4'
Bloom Time: July-October
Bloom Color: Yellow
Attracts: Butterflies, native bees, birds
Pollinator Benefit: Late season nectar source; value to native bees for pollen and nesting materials; migrating Monarchs; Xerces Society identifies as Special Value for Native Bees and Honey Bees
Keystone plant that supports 177 different species!
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Zigzag Goldenrod (Solidago flexicaulis) This woodland goldenrod, with erect, somewhat zig-zag stems, bears small flower heads on short axillary stalks from the upper leaves. The plant is 8-48 in. tall with pointed, alternate, oval leaves that are coarsely toothed. Very easy care for a woodland plant, it does not require mulching as it is adapted to dry conditions.
This goldenrod attracts butterflies.