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Herbaceous Perennial

Solidago × luteus 'Lemore'
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goldenrod 'Lemore'

'Lemore' is a compact perennial to 60cm in height, with narrow mid-green leaves and panicles of light yellow daisies 1cm across

Other common names
solidaster 'Lemore'
Synonyms
× Solidaster 'Lemore'
× Solidaster luteus 'Lemore'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Yellow Green
Autumn Yellow Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing

Exposure
Exposed
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Solidago are woody-based perennials, some invasive, with erect stems bearing narrow leaves and terminal panicles or racemes of small yellow flowers in summer and autumn

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or propagate by basal cuttings in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Prairie planting
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Cut flowers
Pruning

Remove faded flower heads and cut back dying foliage in autumn

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews

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