Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Rough leaf goldenrod "Fireworks”

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Rough leaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) "Fireworks”
This is a stunning fall blooming perennial and the cultivar “Fireworks” is well behaved. Refreshingly graceful for a goldenrod, "Fireworks" forms delicate arching sprays of flowers interwoven into a netted yellow dome when it reaches maturity. The general form of this outstanding named variety of goldenrod is reminiscent of the golden spidery arms radiating from exploding aerial fire· works, expressed in delicate flowers sparks. "Fireworks" forms a tight, spreading clump of evergreen foliage and can grow 3 or 4 feet tall. It is one of the most deservedly popular new native selected perennials on the market today. Easy and fast to grow, graceful and very durable, "Fireworks" deserves a place in every sunny fall border.