
Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
May not be native
Use LocationAlso called Tall Goldenrod and Giant Goldenrod, this perennial herb has hairless central stems rising 4 to 5 feet tall. In late summer to fall the stems are capped with masses of tiny yellow flowers. It grows in full sun to partial shade, adapting to a variety of dry to moist soils, including sandy, loam, and clay soils. Canadian Goldenrod may spread aggressively and is considered invasive in some areas; consult with local native plant resources on the best goldenrod species to plant in your area.
Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
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