Solidago nemoralis
Gray goldenrod is a short and lovely goldenrod often found in disturbed areas, which gives it its other common name “old field goldenrod”. However, these showy yellow wand-like flowers with gray-green stems and leaves are dynamic in a garden setting. 
 
This plant is drought tolerant, and quite adaptable to whatever conditions you throw at it. However, it thrives in a sunny site with slightly acidic average to dry soil. In a most ideal site these can spread quite readily, so if you want them in a contained area you can to keep them in check with deadheading late fall. However, Solidago nemoralis is not as aggressive as some other goldenrods and generally makes for a "well behaved" garden plant. 
 
Solidago nemoralis is a great choice for a low wildflower meadow or pollinator garden. Native butterflies, long-tongued bees, and short-tongued bees flock to grey goldenrod for it’s abundant nectar. Seeds are eaten by Goldfinch in the winter.
 
One of the Blue Stem Natives owners happily has this under-utilized perennial wildflower in her yard and in the fall it’s alight with happy pollinators. We highly recommend!
 
photo by B. Drews
 
Plants can be purchased in-person or online (with in-person pick-up).
All online orders will be ready for pick-up 24-72 hours after purchase. You will receive an email to let you know when your order is ready. We kindly ask that you pick-up any orders within one week of purchase.