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The Peak Goldenrod
Solidago speciosa
In the United States:
Native
· also called Showy Goldenrod
Late-season perennial with dense clusters of small yellow flowers that provide a significant nectar and pollen source for honeybees preparing for winter. Blooms when many other plants have finished, supporting colony buildup. Tolerates drought and poor soils once established; may spread by rhizomes in favorable conditions.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | August–October |
| Duration | ~45 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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