Solidago speciosa (Native)

Common Name
Showy goldenrod
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
6.0
Hardiness Zone
5, 6, 7, 8
Commercially available
Yes

Photographer: Jared Gorrell
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Photographer: plantmandrew
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Additional Info

Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
 

Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Top 30 for Butterfly and Moth Caterpillars?
Yes
Number of Lepidotera Species Genus Supports
115
Top 30 for Pollen Specialist Bees?
Yes
Number of Pollen Specialist Bees that Rely on this Genus
42
Recommended for
Bats
Songbirds
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Beloved Brook Natives
Izel Native Plants
The Natural Garden
Watermark Woods
Bona Terra Native Plants
Brandywine Conservancy Seed Program
Nature By Design
Prairie Moon Nursery
Carries Seeds (may not be available)
Prairie Moon Nursery
Prairie Nursery Native Plants and Seed
Prairie Restorations Inc.
Toadshade Wildflower Farm
Additional links
Gardening for Bees - Plant NoVA Natives
Making Wise Plant Choices, Part 2: Keystone Plants - MGNV
Keystone Native Plants Eastern Temperate Forests: Ecoregion 8 - NWF