Arching stems are covered at the ends with tiny, bright yellow flowers in late summer to fall. Flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators. This species is clump-forming and moderately spreads from seed.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Cliff Goldenrod
Solidago drummondii
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Cliff, Glade
Season of Interest: Late (July - frost)
Main Color: Yellow
Fall Color:
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Photo: Mervin Wallace

Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade

Soil
Moisture
Dry, Moderate

Nature Attracting
Butterfly, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects

Wildlife Benefit
Butterfly / Moth Nectar

Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
18 to
24
inches
Spread:
18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 18 to
24
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 18 to
24
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Grow in the rock garden, perennial garden, native garden, wildflower meadow and prairie.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grows easily in full sun to light shade with dry to moderate, well-drained soil. Can grow in stone wall crevices.
Special Features
Special Usage
Containers, Fresh Cut Flower
Basic Description
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