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Native Plant Society of Texas

Seaside Goldenrod

Solidago sempervirens

Other common name(s):

Family:

Asteraceae (Aster Family)

Plant Ecoregion Distribution Map

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Gulf Coast Prairies and Marshes, Western Gulf Coastal Plain
Floodplains and Low Terraces4, Laguna Madre Barrier Island and Coastal Marshes, Lower Rio Grande Alluvial Floodplain, Lower Rio Grande Valley, Mid-Coast Barrier Islands and Coastal Marshes, Northern Humid Gulf Coastal Prairies, Southern Subhumid Gulf Coastal Prairies, Texas-Louisiana Coastal Marshes
Flatwoods

Plant Characteristics

Growth Form

Herbaceous

Height

2
to
8
ft.

Spread

1
to
2
ft.

Leaf Retention

Evergreen

Lifespan

Perennial

Habitat and Care Requirements

Soil Type(s)

Sand, Loam, Well Drained, Moist, Saline

Light Requirement

Sun

Water Requirement

Low, Medium

Native Habitat

Wetland or Riparian

Bloom and Attraction

Bloom Color

Yellow

Bloom Season

Summer, Fall

Seasonal Interest

Nectar, Pollen, Larval Host

Wildlife Benefit

Butterflies, Nectar Insects, Moths, Bees

Maintenance

Pinch the growing tips in June if a more compact plant is desired. Does not spread by rhizomes like other goldenrod. It is resistant to salt spray. Use in dune restoration, as wildlife habitat and in pollinator gardens. Leave stems throughout winter for wildlife. Propagation: seed.

Comments

Blooms August-December. Produces a tight clump of narrow, evergreen basal leaves from which long, arching stalks grow. Leaves are somewhat succulent. Deep yellow flowers arranged in one-sided clusters. The fruit is a cypsela: a dry, one-seeded fruit, usually topped by pappus. Larval host: Wavy-lined Emerald (Synchlora aerata).

References

Learn about how to propagate Texas native plants.

Material Treatment Method Collection References
Stem Cutting Remove the lower leaves from each cutting, leaving only the top few. This prevents excess moisture loss and encourages root development. Lightly dip the cut end of each stem in a rooting hormone. This enhances root growth and increases the success rate of propagation. Insert the prepared cuttings into a container filled with a well-draining, sterile potting mix. Ensure the cut end is well-covered by soil, and space the cuttings to allow for air circulation. Place the container in a location with indirect sunlight and maintain consistent moisture in the soil, without waterlogging. Covering the container with plastic can help retain humidity, but ensure there is ventilation to prevent mold. Choose healthy, non-flowering stems from a mature seaside goldenrod plant in early summer. Each cutting should be about 4-6 inches long, with several leaves. https://www.picturethisai.com/care/propagate/Solidago_sempervirens.html
Clump Division Segment established clumps, ensuring each section has ample roots and shoots for successful independent growth. Carefully separated divisions can be immediately replanted in suitable locations https://www.picturethisai.com/care/propagate/Solidago_sempervirens.html
Seed No Treatment Can be sown directly in the soil. These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate - a minimum of 0-60 days below 40°F in moist soil (or sand or vermiculite). Sow outdoors in pots November throughFebruary.A great species for beginner seed-sowers. https://shop.wildseedproject.net/products/seaside-goldenrod-solidago-sempervirens-seeds?srsltid=AfmBOorjE_joRsPIiVUMt3XyMCgdTKMzqNZ-wUaVL-QK2T4TmrUNExp2

About the Region

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Salado, the location of our Fall 2025 Symposium, lies at the intersection of two ecoregions: the Edwards Plateau (Limestone Cut Plain) and Blackland Prairie (Northern Blackland Prairie).

The Edwards Plateau area is also called the Hill Country; however, this general term covers a much larger area extending farther north. Spring-fed creeks are found throughout the region; deep limestone canyons, rivers, and lakes (reservoirs) are common. Ashe juniper is perhaps the most common woody species found throughout the region. Additional woody species include various species of oak, with live oak (Quercus fusiformis) being the most common. Sycamores (Platanus occidentalis) and bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) border waterways. This area is well known for its spring wildflower displays, though they may be viewed in spring, late summer, and fall, as well. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, average annual rainfall in the Edwards Plateau ranges from 15 to 34 inches.

The Blackland Prairie extends from the Red River south to San Antonio, bordered on the west by the Edwards Plateau and the Cross Timbers, and on the east by the Post Oak Savannah. Annual rainfall averages 30 to 40 inches, with higher averages to the east. This region is dominated by prairie species. The most common grass species include little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) and Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans) in the uplands and switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) in the riparian areas and drainages. Common herbaceous flowering plants include salvias, penstemons, and silphiums. This area has suffered greatly from overgrazing and agricultural use. Few intact areas remain, though many of the plants can be found along county roadsides throughout the region.

Our fall Symposium host chapter, the Tonkawa Chapter, includes both of these ecoregions.

Source: Wildflowers of Texas by Michael Eason