Showy Goldenrod
Showy Goldenrod (Solidago speciosa) more than lives up to its name—this stunning native perennial produces dense spikes of brilliant golden-yellow flowers that light up the garden in late summer and fall. A pollinator favorite, Showy Goldenrod is a must-have for gardeners looking to extend bloom time and support wildlife late in the season.
Unlike some of its more aggressive cousins, Showy Goldenrod stays tidy and upright, making it suitable for both formal and naturalistic plantings. Its flowers are a magnet for native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, many of whom rely on goldenrods for nectar and as host plants for their caterpillars. In fact, goldenrods support more specialist pollinators than any other group of wildflowers in North America.
Why Choose a Tray of Showy Goldenrod?
- Exceptional fall color – Dense, golden blooms light up the landscape.
- Pollinator powerhouse – Supports bees, butterflies, and specialist insects.
- Host plant for caterpillars – Vital for lifecycles of many moth and butterfly species.
Plant Showy Goldenrod in full sun and well-drained soil, and enjoy a bold, wildlife-supporting native that brings life and brilliance to your garden year after year.
- A blooming machine, you can consider deadheading spent flowers to further extend the bloom time of this great goldenrod
- If you are especially concerned about keeping spread in check, consider removing new seedlings in spring or otherwise preventing them from becoming well-established
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