You won't find wild populations of cliff goldenrod growing too far outside of Missouri where its habitat is typically limestone or dolomite ledges and blufftops near rivers. Nevertheless, it is easily grown in most landscapes. As far as goldenrods are concerned, this one has unusually broad leaves. In shadier sites, the foliage and overall shape of the plant in late spring is reminiscent of hostas. As the season progresses, the stems begin to arch and produce numerous panicles of yellow flowers. Numerous pollinators are attracted to goldenrods, and they are blooming as monarch butterflies are migrating south through Missouri. While it doesn't normally grow in heavily shaded woodlands, it does well in north-facing yards under trees where sunlight is mostly indirect.

 

Uses:  Bees, butterflies

Bloom time:  September - October

 

Height:  18 to 30 inches

Space:  18 to 24 inches

 

Sun:  Sun to shade

Moisture:  Dry to average