The Goods on Goldenrod - There are more than 25 species of goldenrod native to Ontario!
Goldenrod supports more than 100 species of moths and butterflies in their larval stage.
More than 35 species of bees are specialist feeders on goldenrod pollen.
Goldenrod blooms in late summer into the fall, and its nectar is an important late-season food source for pollinators.
A hardy native plant with many different species adapted to a wide range of growing conditions, there’s a goldenrod that’s right for every garden. And when you plant goldenrod in your yard, on your balcony or in a community garden, the birds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators will all benefit. To set the record straight: goldenrod does not cause hay fever. Ragweed, in bloom at the same time, is the hay fever culprit. Goldenrod is insect-pollinated. It has heavy, sticky pollen that doesn’t fly on the wind, so adding goldenrod to your garden will not cause discomfort to hay fever sufferers.