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Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima (Virginia goldenrod)
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1.8m
Max height
Max height
1.2m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima
Other names
Solidago gracillima, Virginia goldenrod, Solidago austrina, Solidago flavovirens, Solidago perlonga, Graceful goldenrod, Southern bog goldenrod, Aster gracillimus
Genus
Solidago Solidago
Species
S. stricta subsp. gracillima - S. stricta subsp. gracillima is an erect, deciduous perennial with a basal rosette of oblong, mid-green leaves, narrowly lance-shaped, toothed stem leaves and narrow clusters of tiny, bright yellow flower heads from late summer into autumn.
Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima is: Deciduous
Habit
Compact, Upright
Flower
Golden-yellow in Summer; Golden-yellow in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest free.
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
Remove spent flower stems to prevent self-seeding.
Propagation
Tends to self-seed readily.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima (Virginia goldenrod) will reach a height of 1.8m and a spread of 1.2m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Bees (attract & feed bees), Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Prairie planting, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in moist or boggy soil in full sun or partial shade. Will tolerate drier conditions
Soil type
Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Boggy damp conditions, Moist but well-drained, Moisture-retentive
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima
Other names
Solidago gracillima, Virginia goldenrod, Solidago austrina, Solidago flavovirens, Solidago perlonga, Graceful goldenrod, Southern bog goldenrod, Aster gracillimus
Genus
Solidago Solidago
Species
S. stricta subsp. gracillima - S. stricta subsp. gracillima is an erect, deciduous perennial with a basal rosette of oblong, mid-green leaves, narrowly lance-shaped, toothed stem leaves and narrow clusters of tiny, bright yellow flower heads from late summer into autumn.
Native to
Southeastern United States
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Compact, Upright
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Colour
Flower
Golden-yellow in Summer; Golden-yellow in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest free.
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Remove spent flower stems to prevent self-seeding.
Propagation
Tends to self-seed readily.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Solidago stricta subsp. gracillima (Virginia goldenrod) will reach a height of 1.8m and a spread of 1.2m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Bees (attract & feed bees), Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Prairie planting, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in moist or boggy soil in full sun or partial shade. Will tolerate drier conditions
Soil type
Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Boggy damp conditions, Moist but well-drained, Moisture-retentive
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6
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