Hold onto your hats for the information and nuances here.😅 Do you have any goldenrod? Most species are late-season pollinators, which is key to get insects and birds through the season with enough energy for their needs. I attended an event recently, hosted by Grow Native Massachusetts and Meredith shared some great information about different goldenrod species and helped distinguish varieties. Shortly after, I visited the @nybg and had an opportunity to chat with Michael Hagen, who is the cura

Seaside Goldenrod: Coastal Medicine in BloomHealth Benefits: • 🌊 Supports kidney & bladder health (mild diuretic) • 🌬️ Helps ease colds, congestion & allergies • 💪 Soothes inflammation, sore muscles & joint pain • 🛡️ Provides antioxidants that fight oxidative stress • 🦠 Antimicrobial properties for wound washes & sore throats📚 References: • European Medicines Agency (EMA). Assessment Report on Solidago virgaurea L. (2016) • German Commission E Monographs: Goldenrod – urinary tract support