Solidago gigantea, Giant Goldenrod Size:1.16 qt and Oak-like acorns that mature

and Oak-like acorns that mature in their second year

lavender-purple starry globes up to 5-inch diameter top sturdy stems

it defies gravity to contrast with the horizontal landscape

Give summer water for best blooms in winter

Fine charcoal-black stems hold fluffy light green leaflets on fronds 15 inches tall

Solidago gigantea, Giant Goldenrod Size:1.16 qt and Oak-like acorns that matureSolidago gigantea is a North American native perennial that provides the Solidago signature bright yellow sprays at the end of summer. The sprays occur at the end of tall stems up to 7 ft. The stems grow straight up with minimal and very light "branching." Excellent at the back or center of garden beds. It grows best in full sun with regular water but tolerates light shade and some summer drought. In heavy humid summers, it will be less rigid and may