Solidago speciosa

Showy Goldenrod

These clump forming plants bloom in late summer and fall with showy clusters of bright yellow flowers on stiff reddish stems with narrow leaves. A good cut flower for bouquets.

Height 36-48 Inches

Spread 18-24 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color Medium Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

Good Companions New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae), Shining Blue Star (Amsonia illustris), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Indian Grass (Sorghastrum nutans)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation • UPL	Nature Attracting • Butterfly • Beneficial Insects	Season of Interest • Late (July-frost)
Soil Moisture • Average • Moderate	Special Uses • Fresh Cut Flower	Sun Exposure • Full Sun
USFS MO Ecological Map • Mississippi Aluvial Basin • Ozark Highlands • Central Dissected Till Plain • Osage Plains	Wildlife Benefit • Butterfly Nectar