Fireworks Goldenrod: Radiating Yellow Blooms Resembling Fireworks

Fireworks Goldenrod

Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’ (sol-ih-DAY-go roo-GO-sah) is an eye-catching cultivar whose flower clusters radiate in all directions, resembling streaming yellow fireworks. Its unique, enchanting form reaches 5 feet tall, providing year-round garden structure. Reliable end-of-season color in blazing yellow.

Key Features

• Flower Form: Radiating, fireworks-like clusters.
• Height: 3–6 feet tall, 3–6 feet wide.
• Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; native.

Growing Conditions

Plant in lean to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Deadhead to prevent self-seeding.

Propagation

Divide in spring or fall.

Potential Issues

Spot anthracnose, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots.

Quick Reference

Height	3–6 ft.
Spread	3–6 ft.
Growth Pace	Fast to Moderate
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to Medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower Color	Yellow
Uses	Beds & Borders, Cut Flowers, Roadside, Meadow/Rock Garden
Tolerance	Deer, Drought, Frost