How much sun does Bracted Popcornflower need?

Bracted Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Bracted Popcornflower bloom?

Bracted Popcornflower blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Bracted Popcornflower native?

Bracted Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys bracteatus) is native to CA, OR, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Bracted Popcornflower attract?

Bracted Popcornflower draws bees and beetles.

Is Bracted Popcornflower HOA-friendly?

Bracted Popcornflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bracted Popcornflower

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Plagiobothrys bracteatus

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

4"–12" H × 4"–8" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

CA, OR

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Sierra Nevada Central California Valley Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains Southern California Mountains

Bracted popcornflower is a small annual wildflower that produces clusters of tiny white flowers from spring through early summer. This compact native grows close to the ground and thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal care.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bracted Popcornflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Very small flowers may appear weedy to neighbors
Annual lifecycle creates gaps in coverage
Low growth habit lacks formal garden structure

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract native bees and beetles during its spring blooming period. As an annual, it provides seasonal nectar sources for pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Bracted Popcornflower need?: Bracted Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Bracted Popcornflower bloom?: Bracted Popcornflower blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Bracted Popcornflower native?: Bracted Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys bracteatus) is native to CA, OR, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Bracted Popcornflower attract?: Bracted Popcornflower draws bees and beetles.
Is Bracted Popcornflower HOA-friendly?: Bracted Popcornflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

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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