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Gray Goldenrod

Solidago nemoralis

Species from North America except the far western states Common name: Oldfield Goldenrod, Gray goldenrod Photographed at

Solidago nemoralis is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to North America, where it is widely found in Canada (every province except Newfoundland and Labrador) and the United States (all states wholly or partially east of the Rocky Mountains). Its common names include gray goldenrod, gray-stem goldenrod, old-field goldenrod, field goldenrod, prairie goldenrod, dwarf goldenrod, and dyersweed goldenrod.

Quick Facts
Scientific name Solidago nemoralis
Family Asteraceae
Height 1-2 ft
Bloom time Aug-Sep
Sun Full sun
Moisture Dry
Soil Sand, gravel
Wildlife value Well-behaved dry-site goldenrod; late nectar without the aggression

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