Wichita Mountain Goldenrod
Wichita mountain goldenrod is an unidentified species originally collected from Oklahoma. Throughout the growing season, it is not that noticeable. But in early fall, it grows multiple upright, bottle brush-like spikes of vibrant yellow flowers.
This plant is very attractive to bees and butterflies. It is a beautiful fall bloomer that adds spectacular color right before the first fall frost.
Wichita Mountain Goldenrod
Wichita mountain goldenrod is an unidentified species originally collected from Oklahoma. Throughout the growing season, it is not that noticeable. But in early fall, it grows multiple upright, bottle brush-like spikes of vibrant yellow flowers.
This plant is very attractive to bees and butterflies. It is a beautiful fall bloomer that adds spectacular color right before the first fall frost.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Solidago 'Wichita Mountain'
Pronunciation
so-li-DAY-go
Mature Height
2 to 3 ft.
Mature Spread
2 to 3 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
late summer to fall
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
southwestern Oklahoma
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
not specified
Performance
Wichita mountain goldenrod has been a good late season perennial flower at the Xeriscape Garden. It is one of the latest blooming perennial flowers, and makes a nice complement to fall blooming asters. The bright yellow flowers are very attractive.
Maintenance
Cut old stems and leaves to ground level in late winter.