How to Grow and Care for Canada goldenrod

Canada goldenrod, also known as Tall goldenrod, Late goldenrod, Wrinkleleaf goldenrod, Rough-stemmed goldenrod, Giant goldenrod, Smooth goldenrod

Canada goldenrod is a hardy and tolerant perennial that thrives in a variety of conditions, making it an easy plant to care for. Key care points include ensuring it has ample sunlight and is planted in well-drained soil. Canada goldenrod's robust nature allows it to withstand some neglect, but its rapid growth and potential to spread means it may require regular maintenance to keep it in check and prevent it from taking over garden spaces.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Canada goldenrod

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	5.5-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	5-10

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Canada goldenrod is a perennial wildflower characterized by a solitary stem or clusters of stems reaching a height of 2 to 6 feet (60 to 180 cm). Atop these stems blooms an impressive display of small, dark yellow flowers, grouped together in a conical shape. Each canada goldenrod can produce up to 1500 individual flower heads, forming dense, plume-like clusters. The dark yellow blossoms, which tend to cluster in the upper regions of the plant, are a distinctive feature for identification among wildflowers.

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