Solidago flexicaulis

Zigzag Goldenrod

Flowers are in the leaf axils differentiating it from other Solidagos. A shade loving plant naturally occuring in the woods. Stems zig-zag from leaf to leaf giving it its common name. Attracts butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps.

  • Height: 24" – 36"
  • Width: 24" – 36"
  • Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
  • Flower Color: Gold
  • Bloom Time: July, August, September
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Rain Garden Shade
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Vase Shaped
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun to Shade
  • Native Plant Community

    • Savanna
    • Woodland
    • Wet Woodland
  • Flower Color

    • Gold
  • Flower Hue

    • Medium
  • Flower Type

    • Raceme
  • Flower Height

    • 24" to 36"
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Medium
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 3" to 6"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist/Well Drained
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg