light pink rose on stem with green leaves

Showy Goldenrod

Solidago specosa
Asteraceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Showy goldenrod is a rhizomatous perennial which typically occurs in dry soils in open woods, fields and prairies. Features tiny, bright yellow flowers borne in dense, erect, club-shaped terminal clusters atop stiff, narrow-leaved, reddish stems typically growing 2-3' tall. Flowers bloom mid to late summer. This species is one of the showiest of the many goldenrods. Attractive to bees and butterflies.

Source of plant

Easyliving Wildflowers

USDA Hardiness Zone

3