Goldenrod
Solidago
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 23, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Goldenrod
Goldenrods (Solidago spp.) are native Florida perennials bearing arching plumes of bright golden-yellow flowers in fall, providing one of the most important late-season nectar sources for bees, butterflies, and beneficial wasps. Florida species such as Solidago sempervirens are well-adapted to sandy coastal soils and are entirely safe for allergy sufferers — their heavy pollen is insect-carried, not airborne. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun to part sun; Florida native goldenrods such as Solidago sempervirens thrive in open, sunny conditions and bloom most profusely with at least 6 hours of direct light.
Drought-tolerant once established; in NE Florida's sandy soils, water during establishment only — mature plants typically thrive on rainfall alone and prefer not to be overwatered.
Thrives in lean, sandy, well-drained Florida soils; avoid fertilizing, as excess nutrients promote floppy growth at the expense of flowers — this native is well-adapted to low-fertility conditions.
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Common questions
Is Goldenrod a good plant for St. Augustine?
Goldenrod is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-5 feet × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.