Goldenrods — Downy goldenrod (Solidago puberula) Plants

Narrow plumes of small yellow flowers brighten the dry landscape in summer. Attracts late-season butterflies and bees. Birds eat seeds in autumn and winter. 

Native to: Maine south to Georgia and eastern Canada

Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in dry soil.

Natural habitat: Roadsides, blueberry barrens, and disturbed areas with dry, sandy, or gravelly acidic soil.

Grows up to: 18"

Blooms: Mid-summer

Pairs well with: Butterfly milkweed and sundial lupine