Canadian Goldenrod
Solidago canadensis
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Canadian Goldenrod is a Virginia native local-ecotype wildflower that typically reaches 3–5 ft and blooms in late summer and fall with yellow flowers. It offers exceptional pollinator value, food or habitat for birds, and important larval-host relationships.
About This Plant
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture
- Dry, Dry to Medium, Medium
- Height
- 3–5 ft
- Spread
- 2–4 ft
- Bloom Time
- Fall, Late Summer
- Bloom Color
- Yellow
- Garden Goals
- Deer Resistant, Feed Birds, Help Native Bees, Host Caterpillars, Support Pollinators
- Garden Uses
- Meadow; pollinator garden; large naturalized areas; erosion control
- Wildlife Value
- 100+ Lepidoptera species reported for goldenrods
Canadian Goldenrod grows best in full sun or part shade with dry, dry to medium, or medium soil. At maturity, it is typically 3–5 ft tall and 2–4 ft wide. Its flowers, foliage, seeds, or fruit help support butterflies, native bees, and birds. Notable wildlife value includes: 100+ Lepidoptera species reported for goldenrods. It is well suited to Meadow, pollinator garden, large naturalized areas, erosion control.
Good to know: Can spread aggressively; best for larger spaces.