Prairie Goldenrod
Solidago missouriensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AR, AZ, CO, ID and 21 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Prairie goldenrod is a compact native perennial that produces bright yellow flower clusters from summer into early fall. It grows in a neat, upright form and is extremely drought tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Prairie Goldenrod is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look sparse when dormant in winter
Wildlife value
This goldenrod is a pollinator powerhouse, attracting bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles during its long bloom period. It's particularly valuable for late-season pollinators when many other flowers have finished blooming.
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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