Common Name: California Goldenrod
Botanical Name: Solidago californica
Family: Asteraceae
Description: Native to western North America; deciduous perennial with green foliage
Sun: Sun to part shade
Water: Drought tolerant to moderate
Soil: Tolerates sand, clay and seasonal flooding
Habit and form: Fast growing; 1-4 feet tall and spreading, clumping; spreads from the roots
Flower type: Large clusters on spikes
Flower color & bloom season: Yellow flower, very showy; blooms in summer through fall
Uses for plant and/or flowers: Attracts butterflies and pollinating insects; great for a bird garden
Pruning time & method: Goes dormant in winter, good time to cut back to the ground
Maintenance tips: Plant where it is wet in March, dry in summer
