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Zigzag Goldenrod

Zigzag Goldenrod (Solidago flexicaulis)
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Solidago flexicaulis

Chicago-region native. Suited to zone 6a.

Goldenrod that blooms in the shade Fits Pollinator Gardens, Native Plant Gardens, Cottage Gardens and Container Gardens.

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Light
Part shade–shade
Moisture
Medium
Mature size
1–3 ft
Spacing
2 ft
Bloom or harvest
Flowers Aug–Oct
How it spreads
Rhizome, fills
What to buy
A plug.
When to plant
Apr–May or Sep

In the design

The goldenrod for a north bed. It will make a patch. That is the point if the lawn under the tree is failing.

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Reference details
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