Bog Goldenrod
(Solidago uliginosa)
Bog Goldenrod (Solidago uliginosa)
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Photo by: Rob Foster | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Rob Foster | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-09-07T17:40:05Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Solidago uliginosa, commonly known as Bog Goldenrod, is a deciduous perennial herb native to wet meadows, marshes, fens, and swamps in the Eastern USA and Eastern Canada. It typically grows to a height of 2-5 feet (0.6-1.5 meters) and a width of 2-4 feet (0.6-1.2 meters). This species is characterized by its erect, clump-forming habit and narrow lanceolate leaves. From late summer to fall, it produces small, bright yellow flowers arranged in dense, elongated clusters, which are highly attractive to pollinators.
Bog Goldenrod is valued for its adaptability to wet conditions and its ability to attract wildlife, particularly butterflies and bees. It is often used in naturalistic plantings, rain gardens, and as part of wetland restoration projects. While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate part shade. It prefers consistently moist to wet soils with medium drainage. Gardeners should be aware that, like many goldenrods, it can spread vigorously by rhizomes and may require management to keep it in check. It is generally pest-free but can be susceptible to rust and mildew in poor air circulation or overly dry conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Bog Goldenrod is valued for its adaptability to wet conditions and its ability to attract wildlife, particularly butterflies and bees. It is often used in naturalistic plantings, rain gardens, and as part of wetland restoration projects. While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate part shade. It prefers consistently moist to wet soils with medium drainage. Gardeners should be aware that, like many goldenrods, it can spread vigorously by rhizomes and may require management to keep it in check. It is generally pest-free but can be susceptible to rust and mildew in poor air circulation or overly dry conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-5 feet
- Width: 2-4 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Wet meadows, marshes, fens, and swamps
Other Names
Common Names: Fall Goldenrod, Northern Bog Goldenrod, Verge D’Or Des Marais
Scientific Names: , Solidago uliginosa, Solidago uliginosa var. uliginosa, Solidago purshii, Solidago uliginosa var. linoides, Solidago uniligulata var. neglecta, Solidago neglecta, Solidago uliginosa var. peracuta, Solidago uniligulata, Solidago uniligulata var. uniligulata
GBIF Accepted Name: Solidago uliginosa Nutt.