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Velvety goldenrod

Solidago mollis

Velvety goldenrod (Solidago mollis) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes KS, OK. Hardy in zones 2a–10a. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms Aug–Sep.

// QUICK FACTS

Family: —
Group: perennial
Native range: Native to 13 U.S. states, including CO, IA, KS, MN, MT, ND…
USDA hardiness: Zones 2a–10a
Mature size: 6"–2'
Sun: Full sun
Water: —
Bloom: Aug–Sep
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Velvety goldenrod (Solidago mollis) — *Solidago mollis* — Velvety goldenrod. Photo via Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Velvety goldenrod (Solidago mollis) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes KS, OK. Hardy in zones 2a–10a. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms Aug–Sep.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, velvety goldenrod pairs naturally with: Aromatic Aster (Symphyotrichum oblongifolium), Broadleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), Gray Goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis), Lady Fern (Athyrium filix-femina).