Broad-leaved Goldenrod
Solidago flexicaulis
Also listed as Solidago latifolia, Aster latifolius
Also known as Zig-zag Goldenrod
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A native woodland perennial with broad, lance-shaped leaves and delicate yellow flower clusters in late summer to fall. It thrives in shaded forest conditions and is excellent for native plant gardens.
Why grow it
Broad-leaved goldenrod differs from taller goldenrod species by remaining compact and thriving in deep shade where few other goldenrods perform well, making it a reliable choice for woodland understory plantings. Unlike many fall-blooming perennials, it flowers prolifically in low-light conditions without leggy growth or reduced bloom. It provides late-season forage for pollinators in shaded garden niches that might otherwise lack flowering plants.
Watch out for
This species spreads via rhizomes and can gradually expand its footprint in ideal conditions, so plan spacing accordingly in smaller gardens. It performs best with consistent moisture and may struggle in very dry shade, requiring supplemental water during establishment and drought periods.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A native woodland perennial with broad, lance-shaped leaves and delicate yellow flower clusters in late summer to fall. It thrives in shaded forest conditions and is excellent for native plant gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Broad-leaved Goldenrod grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Broad-leaved goldenrod differs from taller goldenrod species by remaining compact and thriving in deep shade where few other goldenrods perform well, making it a reliable choice for woodland understory plantings. Unlike many fall-blooming perennials, it flowers prolifically in low-light conditions without leggy growth or reduced bloom. It provides late-season forage for pollinators in shaded garden niches that might otherwise lack flowering plants.
Watch out for
This species spreads via rhizomes and can gradually expand its footprint in ideal conditions, so plan spacing accordingly in smaller gardens. It performs best with consistent moisture and may struggle in very dry shade, requiring supplemental water during establishment and drought periods.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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