Sweet Goldenrod Solidago odora

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About This Plant

Also called Anise-scented goldenrod, its crushed leaves smell like licorice! Sweet goldenrod is clump forming and not aggressive in landscapes like other Solidago species, and pollinators love it. It is drought tolerant and could be considered for rock gardens.

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