Unfortunately, many people have been led to believe that goldenrod causes hay fever. The confusion lies in the fact that the real culprit, ragweed, is very nondescript but blooms at the same time as our lovely goldenrods. Some species that spread by stolons are somewhat aggressive and are better suited to meadow areas. However, we offer species and selections that are garden-worthy. Solidago prefers full sun but tolerates light shade.
Flowers dry well, retaining their golden color.
If you will allow goldenrods in your gardens, I think you will be pleased. I have always admired it in the fields and finally got it identified as this species. Flower clusters hug 3-4' stems and create large showy clusters. Although they flower best in full sun, they tolerate dry partial shade. They are wonderful fillers in fresh fall flower arrangements and, like all goldenrods, dry beautifully if picked just as the flowers are beginning to open along the stem.