SOLIDAGO CAESIA / BLUESTEM GOLDENROD

SOLIDAGO CAESIA / BLUE-STEMMED GOLDENROD

A Native Perennial with Graceful Flowers and Shade Tolerance

Solidago caesia, commonly known as Blue-stemmed Goldenrod, is a native perennial admired for its delicate yellow flower clusters and attractive blue-green stems. Thriving in partial to full shade with moist, well-drained soils, Blue-stemmed Goldenrod is ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized landscapes, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Its subtle elegance and ecological benefits make it a valuable addition to native gardens.

Why Choose Blue-stemmed Goldenrod?

Graceful Yellow Flowers: Small, bright yellow blooms appear in late summer to fall, attracting pollinators.
Wildlife Friendly: Flowers provide nectar for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Shade Tolerant: Performs well in partial to full shade, unlike many other goldenrods.
Low Maintenance: Hardy, adaptable, and long-lived in native landscapes.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Medium green leaves with smooth margins.
Flower Color: Bright yellow flower clusters in late summer to fall.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 2–3 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–8.
Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade.
Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soils; tolerates loam or rich woodland soils.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 2–3 feet tall, 1–2 feet wide.
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial with blue-green stems.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8.
Flowering: Late summer to fall.
Fragrance: Mildly aromatic flowers.

Ideal Uses:

Woodland & Shade Gardens: Perfect for shaded naturalized plantings.
Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Naturalized Landscapes: Works well in forest edges, meadows, and native gardens.
Mixed Borders & Beds: Adds late-season color and delicate texture to perennial plantings.

Blue-stemmed Goldenrod is a graceful and ecologically valuable native perennial. Its delicate yellow flowers, shade tolerance, and pollinator benefits make it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, naturalized landscapes, and wildlife-friendly plantings.