Position: Full sun
Flowering period: Mid to late summer
Soil: Moist, well drained
Eventual Height: 75m
Eventual Spread: 50m
Hardiness: 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
Family: Asteraceae
Solidago ‘Ledsham’, commonly known as Goldenrod ‘Ledsham’ or Lemon Goldenrod, is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with a bushy habit. Solidago ‘Ledsham’ is a cultivar of unknown origin. Its small pale yellow flowers appear en mass and are attractive to pollinating insects, including bees. Solidago ‘Ledsham’ may be used as part of a mixed herbaceous border, in sunny locations. Pruning should be carried out after flowering, in late autumn or winter. Plants may be lifted and divided every couple of years to help maintain their vigour.
Solidago ‘Ledsham’ (28/07/12, Kew Gardens, London)
Solidago ‘Ledsham’ Flower (28/07/12, Kew Gardens, London)
