New England Wild Flower Society

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Solidago uliginosa

bog goldenrod

Bog goldenrod is a flower of wet meadows and bogs. It has large, showy blooms that attract pollinators. Goldenrod seed is an important food source to overwintering birds. Solidago is a host plant for 104 species of caterpillars and 42 species of pollen specialist bees rely on Solidago.  


Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 1-2 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Yellow

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
Soil Moisture
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Massing
• Meadow garden
Growth Habit
• Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


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