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