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Plant specific values:
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Prairie Grey-Stemmed Goldenrod (Solidago decemflora) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Prairie Grey-Stemmed Goldenrod

(Solidago decemflora)

Prairie Grey-Stemmed Goldenrod (Solidago decemflora)

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Climate Requirements for Sherwood, Arkansas

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
Precipitation 10" - 56" 51" Aquatic Aquatic
High Temp. 68°F - 95°F 93°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
Low Temp. -21°F - 39°F 30°F Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant Excellent
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.

Summary

Solidago decemflora, commonly known as Prairie Grey-Stemmed Goldenrod, Decemflower Goldenrod, Ten-flower Goldenrod, or Rocky Mountain Goldenrod, is a perennial herb that thrives in the alpine meadows and montane forests of North America, particularly the Rocky Mountains. This species exhibits a moderate growth rate and typically reaches a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) with a spread of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). The plant is characterized by its upright clumps of grey-green foliage and plumes of small, bright yellow flowers that create a showy display in the summer and fall months.

Solidago decemflora is valued for its vibrant yellow blooms that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a beneficial addition to wildlife gardens and naturalized areas. It is commonly used in border plantings, wildflower meadows, and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. This goldenrod prefers full sun to part shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including sandy or loamy soils, provided they offer medium to fast drainage. While it requires medium amounts of water, it is relatively drought-tolerant once established. Gardeners should be aware that, like many goldenrods, it can spread through rhizomes and may need to be managed to prevent excessive naturalization.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 2-3 feet
  • Width: 1-2 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Alpine meadows and montane forests within the Rocky Mountains region

Other Names

Common Names: Decemflower Goldenrod, Ten-flower Goldenrod, Rocky Mountain Goldenrod

Scientific Names: Solidago decemflora, Doria pulcherrima, Solidago cinerascens, Solidago cinerascens, Solidago conferta, Solidago diffusa, Solidago longipetiolata, Solidago nemoralis subsp. decemflora, Solidago nemoralis subsp. longipetiolata

GBIF Accepted Name: Solidago decemflora