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California Goldenrod

Solidago Californica

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Overview

Solidago californica, or California Goldenrod, is an herbaceous perennial known for its radiant yellow flower spikes that bloom late summer to fall. Reaching up to 3 feet in height, it thrives in full sun to light shade and adapts to various soils. This drought-resistant pollinator magnet adds vibrant color and supports wildlife in garden designs. Space plants approximately 18-24 inches apart to accommodate their clumping growth habit.

Sun HalfWater LowZones 6–10
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Solidago californica is a water-wise choice for drought-tolerant landscapes
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — especially effective in water conservation efforts when established.<br><br>Blooming from late summer to fallCalifornia Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Solidago californica is a water-wise choice for drought-tolerant landscapesCalifornia Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Pruning back to the ground after flowering can also help maintain a tidy appearanceCalifornia Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — This species does not generally suffer from serious pest or disease problemsCalifornia Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — is an herbaceous perennial known for its radiant yellow flower spikes that bloom late summer to fall; spaceCalifornia Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — With moderate water needs+17

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — consider using the California Goldenrod as part of a mixed border
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — especially effective in water conservation efforts when established.<br><br>Blooming from late summer to fall
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Solidago californica is a water-wise choice for drought-tolerant landscapes
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Pruning back to the ground after flowering can also help maintain a tidy appearance
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — This species does not generally suffer from serious pest or disease problems
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — is an herbaceous perennial known for its radiant yellow flower spikes that bloom late summer to fall; space
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — With moderate water needs
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — but deadheading can promote additional flowering
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — perennial for half
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — perennial with gold blooms
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — gold flowers in the garden
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — making it a reliable and easy-care addition to the sustainable landscape
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — or as an accent in a pollinator garden.<br><br>Maintenance is minimal
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — including butterflies and native bees
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — is an herbaceous perennial known for its radiant yellow flower spikes that bloom late summer to fall
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Reaching up to 3 feet in height, it thrives in full sun to light shade and adapts to various soils
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — This drought-resistant pollinator magnet adds vibrant color and supports wildlife in garden designs
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — Space plants approximately 18-24 inches apart to accommodate their clumping growth habit
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — The California Goldenrod, Solidago velutina ssp
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — This North American native typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and can spread about 2 feet wide
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — creating a mid-size bushy display with its lance-shaped
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — medium green leaves.<br><br>Adaptable to USDA Zones 6-10
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — the California Goldenrod thrives in full sun to partial shade
California Goldenrod (Solidago Californica) — It is tolerant of a range of soil types, from sandy loams to clays, provided they are well-draining

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