Solidago, Goldenrod 'Little Lemon'

Solidago

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Solidago (so-li-DAY-go)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Sun Exposure
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Danger
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Hardiness
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Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bright Yellow
Fruit Colors
Late Summer/Early Fall
Growing Habit
Herbaceous
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
By dividing the rootball
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
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Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Patented
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Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
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Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
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Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Perris, California

Sacramento, California

Parker, Colorado

Peoria, Illinois

Ankeny, Iowa

Topsfield, Massachusetts

Townsend, Massachusetts

Kasota, Minnesota

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Hereford, Texas

Lexington, Virginia

Springfield, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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Boston, MA (Zone 5b) | September 2019 | positive

Sources state the height of this plant is anywhere from 8"-18". Mine are about 24" high and 30" wide in unamended sandy loam soil. Grew i...Read More

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(Zone 5a) | February 2012 | positive

'Little Lemon' is a shorter goldenrod than most with a somewhat nicer flower. Blooms from July - September in my garden.

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Springfield, VA | July 2011 | positive

Bought this from the local nursery..first year had a bad rust. After planting, it came back in spring rust free. Started blooming early...Read More

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Irving, TX (Zone 8a) | May 2010 | neutral

This is a likable goldenrod. The color is light yellow of course and it lasts a very long time in late summer-fall. DOES NOT CAUSE ALLER...Read More

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