Water Wise Plants

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Threenerve Goldenrod

Groundcover

0.7 - 3 ft (0.21 - 0.9 m) tall

Low: water every three weeks until the root ball is wet

Full sun

Yellow

Solidago velutina is a native perennial herb in the Asteraceae (Sunflower) family that is widespread in western North America and is found in almost every county in California. Recent taxonomic changes have expanded the scope of S. velutina to include S. californica and S. sparsiflora which were previously considered as distinct species by many. It is best used where a wild look is desired, as in the garden this plant may appear especially unruly in winter when it is deciduous. The showy yellow-gold flowers in late summer attract a large number of insects, as well as some birds.