Perennial
Solidago juncea (early goldenrod)
Solidago juncea (early goldenrod)
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As the name implies, this is one of the first goldenrods to bloom each year, beginning in summer. Like all goldenrods, it supports an incredible amount of wildlife from pollinators to birds and beyond. It is easy to grow and spreads by rhizome to form colonies.
While competitive, it is far less aggressive than common Canada goldenrod (Solidago canadensis). For small gardens where less spread is desired, consider gray goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis).
Sunlight: Full Sun and Partial
Water: Dry and Medium
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Bloom time: July, August, and September
Does goldenrod cause hay fever?
Does goldenrod cause hay fever?
No. Most seasonal allergies (aka hayfever) are caused by wind-pollinated plants. Goldenrod is insect-pollinated. That means the pollen isn't floating around in the air making you sneeze. The culprit? Likely ragweed, a wind-pollinated plant that blooms at the same time as goldenrod but is much less showy. For more details, check out this article from the National Wildlife Federation: The Goldenrod Allergy Myth
Keystone species, Highly competitive, Feeds bees, Feeds butterflies or moths, Birds eat seeds, and Host plant
Plants are sold as small pots (2.5" x 3.5")
