Goldenrod

Abundant plumes of colorful flowers highlight the late season garden. Attractive to butterflies and a beautiful complement to the vibrant magentas and purples of asters, mums and fall foliages. Pollinated by insects, not wind; does not cause hay fever.

Companion Plants

Black-Eyed Susan

Blanket Flower

Gaura

Plant Details

Common name

Goldenrod
Botanical name

Solidago
Variety

Golden Baby (Goldkind)
Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
Light

Sun
Height

18-24" (46-61 cm)
Habit

Clumping
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Yellow
Bloom Time

Summer-fall
Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Dennis S.'s collection
Jennifer G.'s collection

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