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Stiff Goldenrod
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Stiff Goldenrod

Solidago rigida
In the United States: Native

Late-season nectar and pollen source important for honey bee colony buildup and winter stores. Attracts honey bees and specialist pollinators during peak bloom in late summer to fall. Sturdy upright perennial tolerant of a range of soils in full sun; may spread by rhizomes.

Nectarhigh
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) August–October
Duration~45 days
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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