Solidago velutins ssp. californica 'California Goldenrod'

Solidago velutins ssp. californica 'California Goldenrod'

Pot Size: Quart

Solidago velutins ssp. californica is a Keystone plant that is native to California.  Keystone plants are crucial to the food web and local ecosystems because they support many other plants, animals and insects throughout their lifecycles.  California Goldenrod likely supports39 butterfly and moth species.  This perennial herb produces abundant yellow flowers in late summer and fall. Goldenrod grows wild in open grassy regions and easily adapts to a garden setting.  It likes water in winter and spring and dryer conditions with some irrigation in summer and fall.  This plant has a spreading form so needs room.

Evergreen perennial herb

Size: 2-5 feet tall                                                                                                                    Light: Full sun, partial shade                                                                                                  Soil: Medium drainage.  Tolerates variety of soil types, pH 5.5 - 7.0                                 Water: Very low, low                                                                                                      Bloom: Masses of yellow flowers from late summer to fall                                             Other Notes: Control spread by deadheading flowers and digging up runners            Uses: Naturalized Landscapes and Pollinator Gardens

Photo: Wiki Media-Jim Morefield