Common Name
Sweet goldenrod
Anise-scented goldenrod
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
5.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: Dry, sunny to lightly shaded, often sandy upland habitats
Wildlife Value: This plant supports Wavy-lined Emerald (Synchlora aerata) larvae. Attractive to bees and butterflies. Members of the genus Solidago support the following specialized bees. Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Notes: It is primarily clump-forming and does not spread aggressively as do some of the other goldenrod species and hybrids.
Flower Color
Gold/Yellow
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Bloom Month
July
August
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
Loamy
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Top 30 for Butterfly and Moth Caterpillars?
Yes
Number of Lepidotera Species Genus Supports
115
Top 30 for Pollen Specialist Bees?
Yes
Number of Pollen Specialist Bees that Rely on this Genus
42
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)