Wright’s Goldenrod
(Solidago wrightii)
Wright’s Goldenrod (Solidago wrightii)
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Photo by: Sam Kieschnick | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Sam Kieschnick | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-08-20T04:43:35-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Solidago wrightii, commonly known as Wright’s Goldenrod, is a semi-deciduous perennial herb native to open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows in the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 2-4 feet (0.6-1.2 meters) and a width of 2 feet (0.6 meters). Wright’s Goldenrod has a clumping form with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces plumes of small, bright yellow flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators during its blooming season in late summer and fall.
This species is valued for its long blooming period and its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is used in naturalistic plantings, wildflower meadows, and as a border plant in gardens. Wright’s Goldenrod is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping and gardens with low water availability. It prefers well-drained soils and can thrive in both full sun and partial shade. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust and mildew if conditions are too moist.CC BY-SA 4.0
This species is valued for its long blooming period and its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is used in naturalistic plantings, wildflower meadows, and as a border plant in gardens. Wright’s Goldenrod is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping and gardens with low water availability. It prefers well-drained soils and can thrive in both full sun and partial shade. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust and mildew if conditions are too moist.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-4 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- 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, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Solidago wrightii, Solidago wrightii var. adenophora, Solidago wrightii f. wrightii, Solidago bigelovii, Solidago wrightii f. adenophora, Solidago bigelovii var. wrightii, Aster brittonii, Solidago bigelovii var. bigelovii, Solidago bigelowii
GBIF Accepted Name: Solidago wrightii A.Gray