Climbing Dayflower
Commelina diffusa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 21 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Climbing dayflower is a low-growing perennial groundcover with small three-petaled blue flowers that bloom from late spring through fall. This native plant spreads by trailing stems and self-seeding, forming colonies in partly shaded areas with consistent moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Climbing Dayflower 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.
- Spreads aggressively and can look weedy
- Small flowers and trailing habit appear informal
- May be viewed as invasive groundcover by HOAs
Wildlife value
The small blue flowers attract native bees and provide nectar for butterflies throughout the long blooming season.
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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