(Solidago canadensis)
ZONE: 3-9
POLLINATOR: Yes
DEER RESISTANT: Yes
DROUGHT TOLERANT: Yes "highly"
EVERGREEN: No
SPREADS BY SEED: Yes
NEEDS A CROSS POLLINATOR: Wind pollinated
AGE OF PLANT: Estimated 5yrs old (current stock)
MATURE HEIGHT: 2-5 ft tall & wide
GOLDENROD
PLANTING & GROWING
Plant in full sun and well-drained soil and water regularly until established. They require no fertilizer, are drought-tolerant, and should be divided every 2-3 years to manage their spread.
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
- Diuretic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Alleviates congestion
- Kidney stones
- (UTIs)
- Seasonal allergies
- Antimicrobial
- Antioxidants
- Topical wound healing
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
FLAVOR & PAIRING
Offers a distinct earthy, slightly bitter, and herbaceous flavor reminiscent of anise, parsley, or celery. The flowers and leaves are versatile, pairing best with autumnal ingredients like apples, pears, warm spices (cinnamon), honey, and sharp cheeses (provolone). It is ideal for teas, infusions, and sautéed greens.
Sean Sherman's book Turtle Island has a wonderful recipe with sauteed goldenrod shoots atop duck egg aioli.

