Solidago flexicaulis Hairy Beardtongue this smallest variety of Goldenrod

this smallest variety of Goldenrod produces bright yellow flowers on arching stalks that bloom from summer to early fall

Legend has it that the “tick” part of the common name of this plant comes from its method of seed distribution by sticking to animals and clothing the way ticks do

tolerant shrub

Spikes of saucer-shaped

Though not as abundant as other varieties of asters

Solidago flexicaulis Hairy Beardtongue this smallest variety of GoldenrodAdd brilliant color in the fall with this variety of Goldenrod, named for the way the flowers zig zag along the stem. Like all Solidago, this one is highly prized as a pollinator and larval host to many small moths.