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Here is one species of goldenrod that is very popular in gardens thanks to a cultivar introduced: Solidago sphacelata ‘G
Georgia Native Plant SocietySeptember 11, 2026

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Here is one species of goldenrod that is very popular in gardens thanks to a cultivar introduced: Solidago sphacelata ‘Golden Fleece’.

Low growing foliage serves as a groundcover most of the year. In early summer, bloom stalks grow up and over the basal foliage and flowers start opening in late August. This cultivar was selected for compact growing form and is not diminished in its ability to provide pollen, nectar, and foliage to the insects. ㅤ Goldenrod (Solidago) is the top herbaceous plant as a larval host for butterflies and moths (over 120 species). This brown-hooded owlet moth caterpillar was found quietly munching on the lower leaves of this very goldenrod. . . . #nativeplants #nativeplantsofgeorgia #gardening #pollinatorplants #pollinatorgardening #nativehabitat #wildlifegardening #plants #georgia #gonative #spring
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