Sticky Goldenrod
Solidago simplex
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
WI
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Sticky goldenrod is a compact native wildflower that produces bright yellow flower clusters from summer through early fall. This well-behaved perennial stays relatively small and forms neat clumps, making it easier to manage than some of its taller goldenrod relatives.
In an HOA neighborhood
Sticky Goldenrod is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone.
- May be confused with weedy goldenrods by uninformed neighbors
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The cheerful yellow blooms attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during the crucial late-season pollinator period. This plant provides important nectar when many other flowers have finished blooming.
Common questions
- How much sun does Sticky Goldenrod need?
- Sticky Goldenrod grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Sticky Goldenrod bloom?
- Sticky Goldenrod blooms in July, August, and September.
- Where is Sticky Goldenrod native?
- Sticky Goldenrod (Solidago simplex) is native to WI, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Sticky Goldenrod attract?
- Sticky Goldenrod draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is Sticky Goldenrod HOA-friendly?
- Sticky Goldenrod is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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