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Wedgeleaf Goldenrod Plant Care
Solidago spathulata DC.
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Solidago spathulata, the coast goldenrod or dune goldenrod, is a North American species of goldenrod in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Pacific Coastal regions of the United States, in the states of Oregon and California.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Water Wedgeleaf Goldenrod every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod (Solidago spathulata) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Solidago genus. Wedgeleaf Goldenrod is also known as Shoreline Goldenrod, Aster candollei, Homopappus spathulatus.
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod displays an upright, bushy perennial growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Wedgeleaf Goldenrod produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers in dense clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Solidago spathulata requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod Need?
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod Prefer?
Solidago spathulata grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Wedgeleaf Goldenrod prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Well-draining, fertile soil with a mix of sand and organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Wedgeleaf Goldenrod to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Feed Wedgeleaf Goldenrod every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Divide and repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to stiff goldenrod plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Wedgeleaf Goldenrod, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod?
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Wedgeleaf Goldenrod Need?
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Wedgeleaf Goldenrod as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Solidago genus — compare its care with other Solidago species on PlantoScan.
Solidago is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Wedgeleaf Goldenrod thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Solidago spathulata DC., family Asteraceae (first published in Prodr. 5: 339 (1836)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Wedgeleaf Goldenrod, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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