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Zigzag Goldenrod
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Zigzag Goldenrod

Solidago flexicaulis
In the United States: Native · also called broadleaf goldenrod, broad-leaved goldenrod

Honey bees visit for nectar and pollen during late summer and fall when other forage declines. It blooms in clusters along zigzag stems in shaded or woodland edges. Rhizomatous spread and deer browsing are common management considerations.

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

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