Anise Scented Goldenrod
Solidago odora
Native to open woodlands of the Eastern U.S. and Central Midwest, Solidago odora is named for the licorice fragrance given off by the leaves when crushed. The dense spires of golden-yellow flowers provide a burst of late season color in dry shade …
Plants
3" Pots
1-4
$5.99
ea.
5-10
$4.99
ea.
11-31
$3.99
ea.
32+
$2.99
ea.
Availability:
In stock
SKU
38751-03
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Medium |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, Shade |
| Height | 2' - 4' |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Aug, Sep |
| Spacing | 1' |
| Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Root Type | Fibrous |
| Benefits | Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators |
Native to open woodlands of the Eastern U.S. and Central Midwest, Solidago odora is named for the licorice fragrance given off by the leaves when crushed. The dense spires of golden-yellow flowers provide a burst of late season color in light shade.
Planting and Cultivation Notes
Goldenrods are often mistakenly blamed as the cause of hay fever - an allergic reaction to wind-borne pollen. But they, and most native wildflowers, do not have wind-borne pollen. Instead, the pollen is moved from bloom to bloom by bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
