Grass-leaved goldenrod (Euthamia graminifolia) – Submitted by AKÈNE
🌿 A golden bloom and a refuge for pollinators 🌿
Grass- leaved goldenrod is a slender perennial plant, recognizable by its narrow , linear leaves, similar to those of grasses. In late summer and early fall, it is covered in small yellow flowers grouped in dense clusters , attracting a multitude of pollinators .
💡 Easy to grow , it adapts to several types of soil and humidity conditions. However, it can become invasive , making it a plant better suited to naturalistic gardens or larger environments .
Characteristics of the variety
📅 Flowering : July to September
📏 Height : 100 cm
🌱 Spacing : 30 cm
☀️ Light : Sun, partial shade
🌿 Soil type : Sandy to loamy, well drained
💧 Soil moisture content : Dry to medium
🦌 Deer Resistance : Moderate
📦 Seeds per sachet : ±250
Sowing and cultivation
🌱 Cold stratification recommended : Although seeds can germinate without treatment, a 30-day cold exposure improves their germination rate. Mix them with a moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite or sand), place them in a plastic bag and store them in the refrigerator.
🌿 Indoor sowing : Sprinkle the seeds on the surface of moist potting soil, without covering them, as they require light to germinate . Maintain constant humidity and use a dome if necessary. Germination in 10 to 20 days .
🍂 Outdoor sowing : Sow directly in the garden in the fall for natural stratification. This method may result in a lower germination rate , but remains effective for natural establishment.
Medicinal and ecological uses
🍵 Medicinal plant : Goldenrod with grass leaves is used in infusion for its astringent, diuretic and antiseptic properties , particularly to relieve urinary tract conditions and mild inflammations.
🐝 A pollinator magnet : Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects , thus promoting local biodiversity and stabilizing wetland ecosystems.
Why grow grass-leaved goldenrod?
🌼 A late flowering valuable for pollinators
🌿 Easy to maintain and very adaptable to different soils
🍵 Traditional medicinal uses in herbal tea
🏞️ Ideal for naturalistic gardens and stabilizing wet soils
Add a touch of golden light to your garden and provide a haven for pollinators with this elegant, eco-friendly perennial!
