Solidago virgaurea

'Goldenrod'

[Ex. Co. Durham, England]

Asteraceae: upright perennial to 75cm. Found growing in woods and grassland, and rocky banks. The flowers are yellow, individual heads 5-10mm across, comprising ray and disc florets, in branched spikes from June to September. The leaves are narrow and unstalked. Native to most of Europe, including Britain, temperate Asia and North America.

USES:

An herbal tea can be made from the leaves.

Goldenrod is a safe and gentle remedy for a number of disorders. In particular, it is a valuable astringent remedy treating wounds and bleeding. The leaves and flowering tops have anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, aromatic, astringent, carminative, diaphoretic, mildly diuretic, febrifuge and stimulant properties.

GROWING INFORMATION:

Sow seeds in spring in a cold frame or greenhouse. Just cover the seed and do not allow the compost to become dry. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle, and grow them on for their first winter in pots. A very good late bee plant. Easy.

A fantastic late season nectar plant.

Solidago virgaurea is a native plant to the UK and not be confused with the American introduction Solidago Canadensis, which seems to been growing everywhere here in Durham.

HARVESTED: 2023*

APPROX. 200+ SEEDS