Goldenseal

Hydrastis canadensis, Ranunculaceae

Zones

3a–8b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (optimal)Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

ModerateModerateHigh

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American ChestnutCastanea dentata

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

European ChestnutCastanea sativa

Shade Provision

Fiddle Leaf FigFicus lyrata

Shade Provision

English YewTaxus baccata

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Japanese Plum YewCephalotaxus harringtonii

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

English IvyHedera helix

English ivy creates dense ground cover that shades out goldenseal and may produce growth-inhibiting compounds

Umbrella BambooFargesia murielae

Dense bamboo clumps create heavy shade and root competition that can suppress goldenseal

Uses

Functions

Medicine

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Goldenseal grow in?

Goldenseal grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Goldenseal?

Good companions for Goldenseal include American Chestnut, European Chestnut, Fiddle Leaf Fig, English Yew, Japanese Plum Yew.

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