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Sweet Goldenrod

Solidago Odora

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Overview

Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago odora) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial, flourishing in full sun to part shade. This North American native stands 2-4ft tall, featuring narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bright yellow flower spikes that emit a pleasant anise scent when crushed. Blooming late summer to fall, it attracts pollinators and is drought-resistant once established, requiring minimal care. Ideal for naturalized areas, it adds color and fragrance to any landscape design. USDA zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Alpine, Temperate
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — This North American native stands 2-4ft tall
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — perennial herb native to the eastern United StatesSweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — revered for its delightful anise-scented foliage and late summer blossomsSweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Blooming late summer to fallSweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — tiny yellow flowers arranged in plume-like panicles that tower above the foliageSweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — It is drought tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for the sustainable landscapeSweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Ideal for naturalized areas, it adds color and fragrance to any landscape design+34

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
2–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — This North American native stands 2-4ft tall
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — perennial herb native to the eastern United States
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — revered for its delightful anise-scented foliage and late summer blossoms
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Blooming late summer to fall
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — tiny yellow flowers arranged in plume-like panicles that tower above the foliage
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — It is drought tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for the sustainable landscape
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Ideal for naturalized areas, it adds color and fragrance to any landscape design
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — measuring up to 4 inches in length
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — This species typically reaches a height of 2 to 4 feet and spreads out to around 18 to 24 inches
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Integrating this plant within a border or as an accent in a naturalized area enhances ecosystem diversity
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — creating an upright and clumping form
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — lance-shaped leaves and bright yellow flower spikes that emit a pleasant anise scent when crushed
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — These blossoms are highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — making it an excellent choice for a wildlife-friendly garden
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago odora) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial, flourishing in full sun to part shade
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago odora) is a fragrant
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — it attracts pollinators and is drought-resistant once established
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — Sweet Goldenrod produces abundant
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — licorice-like aroma.<br><br>In late summer to early fall
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — group Sweet Goldenrod in masses
Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago Odora) — The lance-shaped leaves are slender
Solidago Odora
Solidago Odora
Solidago Odora
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