Blue-stemmed Goldenrod - Solidago caesia

Features: Tolerates heavy shade, not as aggressive as some goldenrods, important late summer/early fall nectar source. Its graceful arching stems and clusters of golden flowers add a splash of color to the late season woodland garden. Supports bees, butterflies and native wasps. Birds may eat the seeds. Endangered in Wisconsin.

Light: Shade to Part Sun

Soil: Moist to Medium

Height: 2 to 3 feet

Blooms: August to September

See more information and photos at Illinois Wildflowers and USDA Plants Database

Photo Credits: Illinois Wildflowers