• A close-up of Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod) in full bloom, showcasing dense, golden-yellow flower clusters branching from the tall stem. The tiny, star-like flowers form plume-like sprays, brightening the surrounding green foliage.
  • single stalk of Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod) rising tall from a grassy patch, with narrow green leaves spiraling up the stem. The top of the plant bursts into vibrant yellow flower clusters, glowing in the dappled sunlight.
  • A dense stand of Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod) growing in a sunny meadow, with tall stems topped by golden-yellow blooms swaying gently among grasses and wildflowers. The vibrant yellow flowers form sweeping arches that dominate the scene.
  • A lush meadow scene with Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod) in full bloom, its bright yellow flower plumes scattered throughout the greenery. In the foreground, several purple Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) flowers add a splash of color, contrasting with the golden backdrop.
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Solidago canadensis - Canada Goldenrod

Solidago canadensis - Canada Goldenrod

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Canada Goldenrod is a vigorous, late-season perennial that fills rural landscapes with tall, arching sprays of golden-yellow flowers, which emit a light, sweet fragrance, especially in warm weather. A magnet for bumble bees, mining bees, and butterflies like monarchs, its nectar-rich blooms provide essential late-season food. Its tall, sturdy stems and feathery flower clusters add movement and texture to wild landscapes while supporting biodiversity.

Canada Goldenrod is a hardy, large goldenrod that spreads readily, making it best suited for expansive, naturalized spaces where it can flourish freely, as it may outcompete other plants in smaller gardens. Ideal for restoration plantings and pollinator corridors, it is a powerful presence in self-sustaining, low-maintenance ecosystems. Its bitter taste, coarse leaves, and slightly hairy stems make it unappealing to most herbivores, offering strong resistance to deer.

How Easy Is This Plant to Grow?

Germination Difficulty: Beginner
Growing Difficulty: Beginner
Speed of Growth: Fast
Age to First Bloom: 2

Plant Sizes & Blooming Window

Important Information - The "Plant Sizes" are provided as a general guideline for plant selection. The "Blooming Window" indicates the general period when the species is in bloom, not how long an individual plant will flower.

Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please scroll down to see the specific information for this plant.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 50

Light Conditions

  • Sun
  • Part Shade

Soil Conditions

  • Well Drained
  • Loam
  • Sandy
  • Dry
  • Moist
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • 12" - 24"
  • 24" - 36"
  • 36" - 48"

Width

  • Spreading

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • July
  • August
  • Septemeber

Vigorousness

  • Very Aggressive

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Birds
  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Fragrant
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Fall Color
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

​Native to North America, Canada Goldenrod is widespread across all provinces and territories except NU and most of the U.S.. It thrives in prairies, plains, meadows, pastures, disturbed areas, and riparian zones.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Indigenous peoples used Solidago canadensis medicinally for treating colds, fevers, and inflammation. Some preparations were made as teas for respiratory ailments, while poultices were used for wounds and skin conditions. Though not commonly consumed as food, young leaves have been used in herbal teas.