Early Goldenrod

Solidago juncea

Early Goldenrod
Sharp Toothed Goldenrod
Asteraceae
Solidago
Solidago juncea
Aiton
MB, NB, NS, ON, PE, QC
Solidago juncea var. neobohemica
Solidago juncea var. ramosa
Characteristics
Wildflower
Deciduous
Sun, Partial Shade
Clay, Sand
Dry, Normal
No
No
No
No
Habitat Considerations
Boreal Shield, Atlantic Maritime, Mixedwood Plains, Boreal Plains
Savannah, Forest Edge, Prairie/Meadow/Field, Rocky Bluff, Lakeshores
Butterfly, Bird, Prairie/Meadow
Design Considerations
45 cm
130 cm
Jul - Sep
Yellow
Yes
No
No
No
Birds, Butterflies, Bees, Other Showy Insects
No
Conservation Status
No
Interesting Tidbits
This species is characterised by a lot of basal leaves. Seeds are food for birds and small mammals in Winter. (Conn. Botanical Society) Pollinated by solitary bees like (Adrena) the solitary mining bee and(Colletes)the cellophane bee, who both make their nests in the ground.(David Suzuki Foundation) Goldenrods are thought by some to cause hayfever, but this is not true, ragweed is the common culprit. Goldenrod can be very aggressive and spread easily. Plants can also be started from seeds after a cold stratification period, or by dividing plants in spring or fall.

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