Yellow bouquets
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Yellow bouquets (Solidago canadensis) , seeds from Marie-Victorin
Yellow clumps (Solidago canadensis) , also called Canada goldenrod, are versatile perennials with medicinal and ornamental properties. Their bright golden flowers, borne on slender stems, brighten gardens while attracting a multitude of pollinating insects and butterflies. Adapted to natural and rustic environments, this robust plant is a must-have for adding color and biodiversity to wild flowerbeds and meadows.
Spread : 0.5 to 1 meter
Plant height : 0.5 to 1.5 meters
Quantity per pack : over 1000 seeds
Companion plants : rudbeckia, echinacea, asters
Enemy plants : none known
Hardiness zone : 3
Exposure : sun, partial shade
Moisture : dry to moist, well-drained soil
Sowing Instructions : Mix seeds with an equal volume of moist sand or vermiculite. Place in a sealed plastic bag and refrigerate for 30-90 days (cold stratification). Then sow directly in the desired location as soon as the weather becomes mild, or in the fall for natural germination the following spring or later.
Yellow bouquets are perfect for sunny gardens and natural meadows, offering a vibrant bloom while supporting biodiversity. Easy to grow, this hardy plant is a valuable ally for creating arrangements rich in color and life.
