Solidago × 'Little Lemon' ('Dansolitlem')
A dwarf hybrid goldenrod selected for its very compact, basal-branching habit and lemon-yellow bloom. It flowers in mid to late summer with dense upright sprays and can rebloom in early fall if cut back after the first flush. Plants thrive in full sun with well-drained soil and suit containers or tight border spots where taller goldenrods overwhelm. The lighter flower color reads well with blues and purples and still draws pollinators.
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Hybrid goldenrod cultivar
- Height × spread: 9-18 in (23-46 cm) × 9-18 in (23-46 cm)
- Bloom window: July to August (often reblooms in early fall)
- Color & flower form: Light lemon-yellow, dense upright terminal inflorescences
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: zones 5-8
- Breeder / Year / Origin: Gabriel Danziger, 2006 (US PP17,297), Israel
- Pet safety: safe
How it differs
- Much shorter than species goldenrods
- Paler lemon-yellow tone versus typical gold
- Basal-branching habit with dense, upright sprays
- Well-suited to containers and edging
Strengths
- Compact size simplifies placement
- Good heat tolerance in full sun with drainage
- Attracts pollinators despite small stature
Care in one minute
- Full sun and well-drained soils; avoid soggy sites
- Water consistently during establishment; then moderate watering
- Trim back after first bloom to encourage a second flush
- Light spring fertilizer or compost is sufficient
- Mulch to reduce weeds but keep mulch off crowns
Watch‑outs
- Rabbits may browse stems
- Susceptible to rust or leaf spots in stagnant, humid air
- Needs full sun for tight habit and best bloom
- Pet safety note: Solidago species are generally not listed as toxic to cats and dogs; do not confuse with rayless goldenrod (Isocoma), which is toxic to horses.
Best uses (tags)
containers, borders, pollinators, small gardens, summer color
Provenance note
Discovered and selected by Gabriel Danziger; protected by U.S. Plant Patent 17,297 and widely sold under the trade name Little Lemon.
References
- Missouri Botanical Garden – ‘Dansolitlem’ LITTLE LEMON
- U.S. Plant Patent PP17,297 – ‘Dansolitlem’ (via Google Patents)
- ASPCA – Fall plant safety and rayless goldenrod note
- Great Plant Picks – Little Lemon® goldenrod
Written by: Your Flowers Guide editorial team
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