White Goldenrod
(Solidago bicolor)
White Goldenrod (Solidago bicolor)
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Photo by: Bruce Cook | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Bruce Cook | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-09-11T13:11:28-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Solidago bicolor, commonly known as White Goldenrod, is a semi-deciduous perennial herb native to dry open woods, meadows, and grasslands in the Eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The plant features narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces panicles of small, white to cream flowers from late summer to fall, which are less showy than those of other goldenrods but still attract pollinators.
White Goldenrod is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a suitable choice for naturalistic plantings and wildflower gardens. It is also used for restoration projects and as a filler in borders due to its low maintenance requirements. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. While generally pest-free, it can occasionally suffer from rust or mildew. White Goldenrod is not known for being invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a good choice for gardeners looking for an easy-to-manage plant.CC BY-SA 4.0
White Goldenrod is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a suitable choice for naturalistic plantings and wildflower gardens. It is also used for restoration projects and as a filler in borders due to its low maintenance requirements. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. While generally pest-free, it can occasionally suffer from rust or mildew. White Goldenrod is not known for being invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a good choice for gardeners looking for an easy-to-manage plant.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Semi-Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant
Natural Habitat
Dry open woods, meadows, and grasslands
Other Names
Common Names: Silverrod, Solidage Bicolore, Verge D’Or Bicolore, Verge D’Or Bicolor
Scientific Names: , Solidago bicolor, Solidago curtisii var. pubens, Solidago bicolor var. bicolor, Solidago pubens, Aster bicolor, Solidago bicolor f. ramosior, Aster bicolor var. bicolor, Aster pubens, Solidago alba
GBIF Accepted Name: Solidago bicolor L.