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Solidago gigantea (Giant Goldenrod)
Solidago gigantea (Giant Goldenrod)
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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This tall, late-blooming goldenrod produces dense spikes of bright yellow flowers that light up the garden when most plants are finishing for the season. The blooms are a valuable late nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators preparing for fall.
Plants grow upright with strong stems and make excellent cut flowers for late-season arrangements. In the garden, they add height, structure, and dependable color when it’s needed most.
Goldenrod has a long history of traditional herbal use. The aerial parts can be harvested fresh or dried, and the edible flowers can be used as a colorful garnish or brewed into tea.
WHY GARDENERS GROW IT
- Late-season bloom period
- Excellent pollinator plant
- Tall, architectural flower spikes
- Strong cut flower stems
- Traditional herbal uses
- Reliable perennial growth
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Average to well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions once established
- Hardiness: Zones 6–10
- Growth habit: Upright, clump-forming
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~6 ft. × 2 ft.
- Flower color: Bright yellow
- Bloom time: Late summer through fall
- Form: Tall stems with dense flower spikes
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in open, sunny areas
- Allow room for height and airflow
- Stake if grown in windy sites
- Cut back in late winter
- Divide clumps every few years if crowded
HARVEST & USE
All aerial parts may be used fresh or dried.
Common uses:
- Herbal tea
- Tinctures
- Dried herbal blends
- Edible flower garnish
Traditional herb — research proper use before consumption.
BEST USES
- Pollinator gardens
- Late-season color
- Meadow plantings
- Cut flower gardens
- Naturalized landscapes
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose goldenrod if you:
- Want strong late-season blooms
- Support bees and butterflies
- Need tall structure planta
- Grow sun-loving perennials
- Enjoy herbal or edible flowers
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.
Solidago gigantea (Giant Goldenrod)