How much sun does Howell's Pussytoes need?

Howell's Pussytoes grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Howell's Pussytoes bloom?

Howell's Pussytoes blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Howell's Pussytoes native?

Howell's Pussytoes (Antennaria neodioica) is native to CO, CT, DE, IA and 29 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Howell's Pussytoes attract?

Howell's Pussytoes draws bees and beetles.

Is Howell's Pussytoes HOA-friendly?

Howell's Pussytoes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Howell's Pussytoes

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Antennaria neodioica

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Howell's Pussytoes (Antennaria neodioica) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

3"–10" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CO, CT, DE, IA and 29 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Howell's pussytoes is a low-growing native perennial that forms dense mats of silvery-green foliage. This compact groundcover produces small, fuzzy white flower clusters from May through July and maintains its attractive evergreen leaves year-round. It thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Howell's Pussytoes is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The flowers attract native bees and beetles during the spring and summer blooming period. Its low, dense growth provides shelter for small beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Howell's Pussytoes need?: Howell's Pussytoes grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Howell's Pussytoes bloom?: Howell's Pussytoes blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Howell's Pussytoes native?: Howell's Pussytoes (Antennaria neodioica) is native to CO, CT, DE, IA and 29 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Howell's Pussytoes attract?: Howell's Pussytoes draws bees and beetles.
Is Howell's Pussytoes HOA-friendly?: Howell's Pussytoes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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