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Golden Rod

Scientific name: Solidago species 'Goldenmosa'
Taxonomy
Family:Asteraceae
Type:Herbaceous perennials
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:3 to 9
Plant Characteristics
Height:3 ft
Width:2 ft
Bloom:Summer flowers
Bloom Time:August to September
Bloom Color:Yellow
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description ‘Goldenmosa’ is an improved goldenrod cultivar that is considered better than the species it was derived from.

  Morphology:
This cultivar is classified as a clump forming perennial that grows to a height of 3’ and a width of 2’. Leaves are wrinkled, narrow, and lance-shaped. It blooms in late summer to early fall. The flowers are brilliant yellow, and are held in 12" long conical panicles resembling golden feathers

  Adaptation:
Goldenrods are easy to grow when planted in good garden soil in full sun. This improved cultivar can be grown without supplemental support.

  Pests:
None reported.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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