Solidago [Oligoneuron] riddellii #1 (Riddell’s Goldenrod)

This rare U.S. native goldenrod matures at 3 to 4 feet by 2 feet in diameter.  It has narrow lance-shaped linear leaves line stiff stems.   It has flat dense yellow blooms that can be deadheaded to encourage additional bloom time.   It makes a lovely addition to a sunny raingardens as it can tolerate wet clay soils.  Like most goldenrods it is deer resistant.  Zone 3