Goldenrod has showy yellow flowers that grow on drooping panicle branches that bloom late summer to fall. The flowers are valuable to butterflies, bees, and other insects. It is a very fast growing rhizomatous plant that forms dense bright patches on open land.
Plant Details
| Habitats | |
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| Habitat Notes | Typically found on historic farmlands, pastures, fields, thickets, prairies, waste areas and roadsides. Quickly spreading rhizomatous plant, tolerant of some but not full shade. |
| Mature Height | 4-5' |
| Shade Preference |
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| Soil Tolerance | moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils |
| Special Uses | Provides vital pollen & nectar for butterflies, bees and other insects; Deer resistant |
