Common Goldentop
Euthamia graminifolia
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, CO, IA, MD and 16 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Common goldentop is a native perennial that forms upright clumps with narrow, grass-like leaves and flat-topped clusters of small yellow flowers. It blooms from summer into early fall, providing late-season color when many other plants are fading. The plant has a somewhat informal appearance but maintains a reasonably structured form in the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Common Goldentop is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- Can appear weedy or unkempt when dormant in winter
- May spread beyond intended boundaries
- Informal growth habit might not suit formal landscapes
Wildlife value
This plant is valuable for late-season pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and beetles when nectar sources become scarce. It serves as a host plant for some butterfly species and provides seeds for birds in fall and winter.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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