How much sun does Pine barren goldenrod need?

Pine barren goldenrod grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Pine barren goldenrod bloom?

Pine barren goldenrod blooms in September, October, and November.

Where is Pine barren goldenrod native?

Pine barren goldenrod (Solidago fistulosa) is native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 8 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Pine barren goldenrod attract?

Pine barren goldenrod draws bees and butterflies.

Pine barren goldenrod

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Solidago fistulosa

Last reviewed: October 2026

Pine barren goldenrod (Solidago fistulosa) is a perennial forb native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 8 more states. It blooms in September, October, and November. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

Toxicity unknown

Pine barren goldenrod (Solidago fistulosa) 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"–72" H × 18"–36" W

Bloom

Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

AL, DE, FL, GA and 8 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Growing Pine barren goldenrod

Grow Pine barren goldenrod in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 24 to 72 inches tall and spread 18 to 36 inches wide.

Wildlife value

An important late-season nectar source for native bees, butterflies, and migrating monarchs.

Common questions

How much sun does Pine barren goldenrod need?: Pine barren goldenrod grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Pine barren goldenrod bloom?: Pine barren goldenrod blooms in September, October, and November.
Where is Pine barren goldenrod native?: Pine barren goldenrod (Solidago fistulosa) is native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 8 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Pine barren goldenrod attract?: Pine barren goldenrod draws bees and butterflies.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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