Yes, it is pretty especially in mass grouping. However, there in lies the potential problem.

As an aggressively invasive plant, Goldenrod has a tendency to create a monoculture crowding out other desirable species.

For that reason very few Garden/Landscape Centers sell the plant even though there are non-wild cultivars available.

It seems to me that it would be most unwise to try to foster the unnatural growth of this plant and instead be content with enjoying it where it appears in the natural order. Several adages from our wise ancestors come to mind: "Let well enough alone." and "If it ain't broke don't fix it." and "Only man would try to improve on what the Good Lord did so well in the first place."

Knifley --jon halsey