Field Goldenrod
Solidago nemoralis
Description:
Slender stemmed plant with small yellow flowers that arch downward, forming yellow plumes. Attracts butterflies and honey bees. Individual plants bloom at various times, mostly in late summer through fall. 1 to 3 feet tall. Sun, partial shade, shade. Dry soils.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Gray Goldenrod, Prairie Goldenrod |
| Plant Family: | Asteraceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds, Bees |
| Bloom Time: | Mid May to September, most in late August and September |
| Global and State Rank: | SNR, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Loam, Sandy, Clay |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |
| Soil pH: | Neutral, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
| Light Range: | Sun, Shade, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |