Solidago hybrida 'Little Lemon'
$17.95 / 1G
Goldenrod ·
Description
Solidago hybrida 'Little Lemon', commonly known as Goldenrod, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its yellow flowers. It typically matures 1.5–4 feet tall and 1.5–3 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is cultivated hybrid derived from North American goldenrod species. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.
Benefits
Extends color and interest into the part of the season when many gardens start to fade. Supports a more active, living garden with flowers that pollinators can use. Offers native-plant character in a garden-friendly selected form.
Features
Solidago hybrida 'Little Lemon' produces yellow flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
Usage/Use
Native garden, meadow, pollinator garden
| Solidago hybrida 'Little Lemon' | |
| Goldenrod | |
| 'Little Lemon | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full sun to part sun with average moisture. | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| Garden origin / cultivated selection | |
| Native Cultivar (Nativar) | |
| Yes | |
| Cultivated hybrid derived from North American goldenrod species | |
| Yes |
| 3 - 9 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 3–9; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 8 | |
| 2 - 4 ft | |
| 2 - 3 ft | |
| Medium | |
| 2 - 3 ft |
| Yes | |
| Longtime | |
| Late Summer | |
| None | |
| Yellow | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Birds from Seed | |
| Prairie Meadows | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Upright | |
| Vigorous | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Average Water | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Low | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |