How much sun does Elliott's Goldenrod need?

Elliott's Goldenrod grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Elliott's Goldenrod bloom?

Elliott's Goldenrod blooms in August, September, and October.

Where is Elliott's Goldenrod native?

Elliott's Goldenrod (Solidago latissimifolia) is native to AL, CT, DE, FL and 10 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Elliott's Goldenrod attract?

Elliott's Goldenrod draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.

Is Elliott's Goldenrod HOA-friendly?

Elliott's Goldenrod takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Elliott's Goldenrod

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Solidago latissimifolia

Last reviewed: June 2026

Toxicity unknown

Elliott's Goldenrod (Solidago latissimifolia) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

24"–48" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

AL, CT, DE, FL and 10 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, beetles

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Elliott's goldenrod is a medium-height perennial that produces bright yellow flower clusters from late summer through fall. This native wildflower grows in an upright, somewhat bushy form and goes dormant in winter. It's well-suited for natural gardens and prairie-style plantings.

In an HOA neighborhood

Elliott's Goldenrod takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Wild, informal appearance doesn't match typical landscaping standards
Can look weedy when dormant
May spread beyond intended areas

Wildlife value

The late-season blooms provide crucial nectar for bees, butterflies, and beetles when many other flowers have finished. This goldenrod is particularly valuable for migrating monarch butterflies preparing for their fall journey.

Common questions

How much sun does Elliott's Goldenrod need?: Elliott's Goldenrod grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Elliott's Goldenrod bloom?: Elliott's Goldenrod blooms in August, September, and October.
Where is Elliott's Goldenrod native?: Elliott's Goldenrod (Solidago latissimifolia) is native to AL, CT, DE, FL and 10 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Elliott's Goldenrod attract?: Elliott's Goldenrod draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
Is Elliott's Goldenrod HOA-friendly?: Elliott's Goldenrod takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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