A named selection of Short’s Goldenrod found in Kentucky and Indiana. Golden yellow flowers borne in axillary clusters along reflexing stems on 24 – 36″ plants. It performs best in full sun to part sun in moist, gravelly, well-drained soil. Extremely drought tolerant once established. Not an aggressive runner. Attractive to a wide variety of pollinators. Botanical Name- Solidago Solar Cascade Pronunciation- sol-ih-DAY-goh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Average to moist, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Golden Yellow Bloom Time- Late summer – fall Companion Plants- Aster oblongifolius ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ – fall color synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (Monarchs for nectar), beneficial wasps Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP50B Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead to control self-seeding; cut back in late fall and fertilize lightly in spring. Trimming Instructions- Cut back in late fall to the ground. Deadhead during blooming to prevent self-seeding. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Too much fertilizer in clay can make plants flop. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Rust, aphids
