Seaside Goldenrod (Solidago sempervirens) lights up the landscape with arching sprays of bright yellow flowers in late summer and early fall. Its shiny, somewhat succulent leaves remain evergreen near the plant’s base, lending a neat, clump-forming silhouette that grows 3 to 5 feet tall. This salt-tolerant native stands out from other goldenrods with its thick foliage, making it perfect for coastal gardens and roadside plantings. Bees, butterflies, and songbirds flock to its nectar-rich blooms and seed heads, adding lively movement and color to any space. Low-maintenance, deer-resistant, and drought-tolerant once established, Seaside Goldenrod makes a superb addition to pollinator gardens, borders, or naturalized areas.
This perennial is well-adapted to sandy, moderately moist soils and handles salt spray and occasional flooding with ease. It is native across coastal regions of eastern North America and thrives in sun-drenched or lightly shaded sites. Its resilient and attractive foliage is evergreen in warmer parts, making it ideal for mass plantings, erosion control, or even container displays. Use Seaside Goldenrod to inject late-season color and extend the bloom period for pollinating insects.
Seaside Goldenrod Care
Plant Seaside Goldenrod in full sun for best flowering, although partial shade is acceptable in hotter climates. Provide well-draining, sandy or loamy soil—amending heavy clay is often beneficial for root establishment. Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage a healthy root system; once established, this goldenrod tolerates drought and salty conditions. Avoid excessive fertilization, which can lead to flopping stems; a light layer of organic mulch retains moisture and suppresses weeds. In colder regions, simple mulch protection helps insulate the roots over winter.
After the main flowering period, you can deadhead spent blossoms to maintain tidiness, although many gardeners leave seed heads for wildlife interest and winter structure. In spring, trim back any frost-damaged stems or foliage to encourage vigorous new shoots. Container-grown plants may need occasional repotting into fresh potting mix. Avoid planting in overly crowded beds—allow airflow to discourage mildew and other foliar diseases.
Seaside Goldenrod Spacing
For mass plantings or erosion control, space plants 18 to 24 inches apart for a uniform look and successful coverage. In more informal groupings or mixed borders, the same spacing allows each clump enough room to show off its arching flower stems. If growing in a container, choose one at least 12 to 14 inches wide and deep, ensuring ample root space for healthy growth and long-lasting seasonal beauty.
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations