Solidago missouriensis

Goldenrods are such wonderful plants because of their brilliant fall flowers, the butterflies they attract and the fact they grow in most any soil, including clay. The species I like to include in the garden are those with clumping, or non-running growth habits. Missouri Goldenrod is a clumper native to most of Oklahoma that seems to bloom a bit earlier than other species and has a somewhat arching habit with its inflorescences. The common name comes from the leaves in that they have a touch of gray-green coloration to them.