Common Wrinkle-leaved Goldenrod
Solidago rugosa
Also known as Wrinkle-leaved Goldenrod, Rough-leaved Goldenrod, Rough-stemmed Goldenrod
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A native North American perennial with wrinkled foliage and airy clusters of small yellow flowers blooming in late summer through fall. It attracts pollinators and thrives in various soil conditions.
Why grow it
Solidago rugosa flowers later in the season than many native goldenrods, extending pollinator resources into fall when other nectar sources diminish. It tolerates poor, compacted, or moist soils better than many ornamental alternatives, making it useful for sites where other plants struggle. The wrinkled foliage provides visual texture earlier in the growing season before flowering begins.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily in favorable conditions and may spread beyond intended areas, particularly in disturbed sites or gardens with minimal mulch cover. Deadheading spent flowers can help manage volunteer seedlings if containment is desired. Some gardeners report it benefits from occasional division or thinning to maintain vigor and reduce powdery mildew in humid conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A native North American perennial with wrinkled foliage and airy clusters of small yellow flowers blooming in late summer through fall. It attracts pollinators and thrives in various soil conditions.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Wrinkle-leaved Goldenrod grows in your area.
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Why grow it
Solidago rugosa flowers later in the season than many native goldenrods, extending pollinator resources into fall when other nectar sources diminish. It tolerates poor, compacted, or moist soils better than many ornamental alternatives, making it useful for sites where other plants struggle. The wrinkled foliage provides visual texture earlier in the growing season before flowering begins.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily in favorable conditions and may spread beyond intended areas, particularly in disturbed sites or gardens with minimal mulch cover. Deadheading spent flowers can help manage volunteer seedlings if containment is desired. Some gardeners report it benefits from occasional division or thinning to maintain vigor and reduce powdery mildew in humid conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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