Showy goldenrod is a great goldenrod for gardens and meadows. The plants often have attractive red stems and its flowers are grouped together in structured, upright clusters. This is a less aggressive species than Canada goldenrod, which is known locally to quickly spread and form large colonies. Showy goldenrod blooms later than most goldenrods and is an important source of late-season nectar.
Showy goldenrod is a great goldenrod for gardens and meadows. The plants often have attractive red stems and its flowers are grouped together in structured, upright clusters. This is a less aggressive species than Canada goldenrod, which is known locally to quickly spread and form large colonies. Showy goldenrod blooms later than most goldenrods and is an important source of late-season nectar.
Height: 3-5’
Bloom Time: late summer to fall
Light: full sun
Soil: average, medium-dry, dry
Establishment: easy, but not aggressive like Canada goldenrod
Deer Resistance: moderate
Pollinator Support: very high
Other: birds consume seeds
Native Range: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, Great Plains
Seed Propagated: yes
