Rock Goldenrod Plant Care
Solidago rupestris Raf.
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Solidago rupestris , the rock goldenrod or riverbank goldenrod, is a North American species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It is found in the eastern United States, found today in the States of Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Rock Goldenrod?
Water Rock Goldenrod every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Rock Goldenrod Native To?
What Is the Rock Goldenrod?
Rock Goldenrod (Solidago rupestris) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Solidago genus. Rock Goldenrod is native to the eastern United States, found today in the States of Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Rock Goldenrod displays an upright, bushy perennial growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Rock Goldenrod produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers in dense clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Rock Goldenrod?
Solidago rupestris requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Rock Goldenrod Need?
Rock Goldenrod thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Rock Goldenrod Prefer?
Solidago rupestris grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Rock Goldenrod prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Rock Goldenrod?
Well-draining, fertile soil with a mix of sand and organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Rock Goldenrod to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Rock Goldenrod?
Feed Rock Goldenrod every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Rock Goldenrod?
Divide and repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Rock Goldenrod?
Rock Goldenrod can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to argentine goldenrod plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Rock Goldenrod Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Rock Goldenrod, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Rock Goldenrod?
Rock Goldenrod is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Rock Goldenrod Need?
Rock Goldenrod grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Rock Goldenrod is native to the eastern United States, found today in the States of Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. In cooler regions, grow Rock Goldenrod as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Rock Goldenrod is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Solidago genus — compare its care with other Solidago species on PlantoScan.
Solidago is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Rock Goldenrod thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Solidago Species
Other Solidago species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Solidago rupestris Raf., family Asteraceae (first published in Ann. Nat. : 14 (1820)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Rock Goldenrod, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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