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Zig-Zag Goldenrod

Solidago Flexicaulis

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Overview

Solidago flexicaulis, or Zig-Zag Goldenrod, is a North American native perennial that brightens up the landscape with its unique zigzagging stem. Typically reaching heights of 1.5 to 3 feet, this goldenrod species thrives in partial shade. In late summer to early fall, it boasts tiny, bright yellow flowers in attractive, arching clusters. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it spreads moderately and is excellent for naturalized areas and woodland gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 2–9Climate Alpine, Temperate
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — In late summer to early fall, it boasts tiny, bright yellow flowers in attractive, arching clusters

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–9

Shape & size

Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — is a charming native perennial that offers both ecological value and visual appeal to any landscape, image 50
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — scientifically known as Solidago flexicaulis; its foliage is a deep green, image 49
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — Aptly named for its unique stem that bends and turns; typically reaching heights of 1.5 to 3 feet, this, image 51
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — it reaches a mature height of approximately 1.5 to 3 feet with a similar spread; making it an excellent, image 53
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — often creating zig-zag patterns; it reaches a mature height of approximately 1.5 to 3 feet with a, image 52
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — Its foliage is a deep green; is a North American native perennial that brightens up the landscape with, image 54
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — These blooms are grouped in axillary clusters along the upper part of the plant; often creating zig-zag, image 55
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — The blossoms typically measure about 1/8 to 1/4 inch across; perennial for full or half, image 57
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — providing a brilliant splash of color that lasts for several weeks; and other beneficial insects, image 56
Zig-Zag Goldenrod (Solidago Flexicaulis) — and they attract a host of pollinators; aptly named for its unique stem that bends and turns, image 58

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