Solidago rugosa - Wrinkled Leaf Goldenrod

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Solidago rugosa

Wrinkled Leaf Goldenrod

More About Wrinkled Leaf Goldenrod

Solidago rugosa, Wrinkled Leaf Goldenrod, is a spectacular member of the Aster family.  Wrinkled Leaf Goldenrod explodes with yellow color to bring a naturalized brilliance to any wetland restoration project. The spectacular golden colors from this hardy native perennial seem to welcome in the fall season starting in late summer and lasting well into the fall. Wrinkled leaf Goldenrod is easy to grow and prefers moist well drained sites with full sun. Attracts butterflies and honeybees.

Bloom Color

Gold (Chamois)

Solidago rugosa Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
• Sun
• Partial Shade
Mature Height
• > 4'
Spread Characteristics
• Prolific Seeder
• Rhizomatous - Med
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
Pond Zonation
• Flood Plain - Upland
• High Marsh - Saturated Soil
Foliage Color
• Green
Wildlife Benefits
• Bees/Pollinators
• Butterflies
• Cover
• Food
• Nesting
• Songbirds
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Goose Resistant
Wetland Indicator Status
• FAC
Plant Type
• Flowering Perennial
Attributes
• Bio Remediation
• Cut Flower
• Dried Flower
• Drought Tolerant
• Erosion Control
• Fibrous Roots
• Fragrant Foliage
• Mass Planting
• Native
• Naturalizing
• Ornamental Flower
• Rain Garden
• Storm Water Basin
USDA Hardiness Zone
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• 9