Showy Goldenrod
Showy Goldenrod
Solidago speciosa
Type: Native forb
Sun Needs: Full sun
Soil Moisture: Dry–medium
Mature Size(ft): 3–5 x 1–2
Bloom Time: Late summer–fall
Container size: 1 gallon
Where It Works Well
Provides good color and contrast in late summer for the perennial border, wild garden, prairie, meadow, native plant garden or naturalized area.
Ecological benefits:
• Provides seed for birds
• Supports butterfly larvae and ground-nesting bees
Other info:
Brightens late-season gardens. Cut back in early spring; can spread aggressively.
As the common name suggests, this species is one of the showiest of the many goldenrods. Goldenrods have been wrongly accused of causing hay fever which is actually an allergic reaction to wind-borne pollen from other plants such as ragweed. Attractive to bees and butterflies.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder