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Gray Goldenrod
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Gray Goldenrod

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Solidago nemoralis
In the United States: Native · also called field goldenrod, prairie goldenrod, downy goldenrod

Gray goldenrod blooms in late summer and fall, supplying abundant nectar and pollen that supports honey bee colonies building winter stores. It is a low-growing perennial tolerant of dry soils and full sun, with minimal management needs beyond occasional division in crowded plantings.

Nectarhigh
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) August–October
Duration~45 days
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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