Sticky Goldenrod
Solidago simplex
Last reviewed: June 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, backyard only.
- 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.
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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