A sprig of goldenrod blooms in the woods
A sprig of goldenrod blooms in the woods

There are several varieties of goldenrod native to our area. This, I think, is Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago odora), as smaller, more compact variety that blooms in fields and open woods.

Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm macro, ISO 1250, f/8, 1/250″ exposure.