Gray Goldenrod is a native wildflower of dry, open, and often infertile habitats, including sandy soils, rocky hillsides, and roadsides across eastern and central North America. It is one of the most drought-tolerant goldenrods and often one of the last wildflowers blooming in fall. Goldenrods as a group support more than 300 specialist insect species.
Best time to see a Gray Goldenrod
The best time to see a Gray Goldenrod is August–September, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,962 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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