Also known as Common Wrinkle-Leaved Goldenrod · Gray Goldenrod · Rough Goldenrod
Wrinkleleaf Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) is a striking native perennial with rough-textured leaves and brilliant yellow flower plumes, blooming late summer to fall.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil are dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Loam, Sand, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Cold Hardy
25% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Tolerates heat and humidity well.
Low Feeding
25% intensity
Benefits from light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer if needed. Over-fertilization can cause weak stems.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Wrinkleleaf Goldenrod prefers consistent moisture, especially during establishment. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Once established, it exhibits moderate drought tolerance but performs best with regular watering during dry spells.
Deadheading spent flowers in late summer or fall can prevent self-seeding and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back dead foliage to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to encourage healthy new shoots and prevent disease.
Solidago rugosa can be propagated by division of clumps in early spring or fall. Seeds can also be sown in fall or stratified and sown in spring.
Division is the most common and effective method for home gardeners to maintain desired characteristics.
Repotting is typically not necessary for established plants in the ground. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in spring as needed to refresh the soil and provide more space for root growth.
Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Where Wrinkleleaf Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Solidago |
| Species | Solidago rugosa |
Similar in genus Solidago
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