Solidago × luteus 'Lemore'
goldenrod 'Lemore'
'Lemore' is a compact perennial to 60cm in height, with narrow mid-green leaves and panicles of light yellow daisies 1cm across
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Yellow | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H7Botanical 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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