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Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod

Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata

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Overview

Solidago canadensis ssp. elongata, commonly known as Canada or Meadow Goldenrod, is a perennial with vibrant yellow plumes reaching 3-6 ft in height. This hardy native thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to light shade and adaptable to various soils. It’s excellent for attracting pollinators and beneficial insects. Ideal for wildflower meadows or naturalistic borders, it blooms from late summer to early fall, providing late-season color.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — commonly known as Canada or Meadow Goldenrod
Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — This hardy native thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to light shade andCanada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — is a perennial with vibrant yellow plumes reaching 3-6 ft in heightSolidago Canadensis Ssp. ElongataSolidago Canadensis Ssp. ElongataSolidago Canadensis Ssp. ElongataSolidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata+16

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — commonly known as Canada or Meadow Goldenrod
Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — This hardy native thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to light shade and
Canada Goldenrod, Meadow Goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata) — is a perennial with vibrant yellow plumes reaching 3-6 ft in height
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
Solidago Canadensis Ssp. Elongata
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