Oligoneuron ohioense (Ohio Goldenrod) IL DOT Seed Blend deep green foliage

deep green foliage

The flowers add early interest in the garden and give needed nectar to those earlier pollinators

The green cone-like seedhead is attractive through the summer

Special Requirements: Cold moist stratification required for germination

Reaching about six feet high

Oligoneuron ohioense (Ohio Goldenrod) IL DOT Seed Blend deep green foliageOhio Goldenrod is a medium tall goldenrod with flat topped clusters of vivid yellow flowers appearing beginning in August. The lance like leaves form a basal rosette. It thrives in prairie situations in wet to wet mesic soils. As with all goldenrods, it is beloved by pollinators and many moths use it as a larval host. Sun Exposure Prairie Soil Conditions Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic Height 3' Flower Color yellow Flower Time August, September Frequently Asked