Bearded Beggarticks
Bidens aristosa
Last reviewed: July 2026
Bidens aristosa is a native wildflower found across the eastern and central United States that blooms from July through October with bright yellow daisy-like flowers.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Bearded Beggarticks as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
AL, AR, IL, IN and 13 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Tickseed-sunflower produces bright yellow daisy-like flowers from summer through fall on sturdy stems reaching 2-4 feet tall. This annual wildflower readily self-seeds and creates cheerful displays in sunny locations with average moisture. The flowers are excellent for cutting and the plant maintains good form throughout its growing season.
Growing Bearded Beggarticks
Grow Bearded Beggarticks in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bearded Beggarticks is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- May self-seed aggressively
- Annual nature requires yearly replanting or can create gaps
Wildlife value
Host plant for silvery checkerspot butterfly.
Attracts a diverse array of pollinators including native bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles throughout its long blooming period. Seeds provide food for goldfinches and other songbirds in fall.
Common questions
- When does Bidens aristosa bloom?
- Bearded Beggarticks blooms from July through October, providing late-season color and nectar when many other wildflowers have finished.
- What pollinators visit Bidens aristosa?
- This native wildflower attracts bees, butterflies, and beetles, making it valuable for supporting diverse pollinator populations in late summer and fall.
- Where is Bidens aristosa native?
- Bearded Beggarticks is native to much of the eastern and central United States, including states from Alabama north to Minnesota and from Texas east to the Atlantic coast.
- What growing conditions does Bidens aristosa prefer?
- This adaptable forb thrives in full sun to partial sun and tolerates a wide range of moisture conditions from wet to dry soils.
- Is Bearded Beggarticks toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Bearded Beggarticks as toxic to livestock.
- Is Bearded Beggarticks HOA-friendly?
- Bearded Beggarticks is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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