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Editor’s note: This article was originally published on Oct. 4, 2024. Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners.
Understanding the Context
This week I want to talk about goldenrod, (genus Solidago). Driving through the ... Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) is a native North American wildflower that is often cultivated as a garden plant to support critical pollinator insects. Tall goldenrod, and two other nearly identical species -- giant goldenrod (Solidago gigantea) and Canada goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) -- are easily recognized by their impressive heights and large feathery blooms.
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Blooming from late summer to first frost, goldenrod belongs to the solidago genus. This hardy, herbaceous perennial grows up to 6 feet tall and is a valuable food source for migrating insects and native pollinators. Solidago, commonly known as goldenrod, is a vibrant and versatile perennial plant with clusters of small yellow flowers that brighten up gardens and attract pollinators. The Solidago genus (Goldenrod) includes a variety of perennial plants native to North America, South America, and Eurasia. They are known for their showy, yellow flower clusters and are often associated with late summer and fall.
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Solidago rugosa, commonly called rough goldenrod, rough-stemmed goldenrod or wrinkle-leaved goldenrod, features panicles of showy yellow flowers in late summer to fall (August to October). Parkersburg News and Sentinel: Backyard Gardener: Goldenrod – an important native wildflower