Sunny, fluffy goldenrod

The Latin name for this yellow-flowering herb is Solidago, which translated means strong and healthy. The tall, handsome guest from North America has taken root well throughout Eurasia. In its homeland, it was considered a real healer, and thanks to its excellent self-sowing, in our country it is also no longer quite an ornamental plant. An unpretentious, persistent shrub has anti-inflammatory, diuretic and astringent properties. It is used in folk medicine for diseases of the stomach and intestines, inflammation of the genitourinary system, kidney stones and some skin diseases.

Goldenrod in the photo – this is a bright flash of the last summer colors, farewell to the hot season of vacations and adventures. Its yellow panicles fit perfectly into many garden compositions. But, To prevent it from growing too much, you will need to cut off the wilted inflorescences.

If you have little time to care for your garden, you need goldenrod. He grows in any soil and at almost any temperature (but still prefers bright places and moist, fertile soils). It can be only 30 centimeters high, or it can stretch up to two meters (depending on the variety).

This plant is good honey plant. During the flowering period, it is sometimes difficult to approach it - so many bees gather and swarm in it. Many beekeepers are looking for seedlings of this half-wild crop to obtain a sweet harvest.

Another plus of goldenrod is that it makes beautiful fluffy dried arrangements for the winter.The owners of this pretty bush also note subtle pleasant aroma, which is produced by its small numerous flowers.