Old-Field Goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Solidago nemoralis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed. No more details are given but the seeds are very small and fiddly to harvest. — No more details are given but the seeds are very small and fiddly to harvest.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry open places in foothills, valleys and plains. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)