How much sun does Coast Germander need?

Coast Germander grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Coast Germander bloom?

Coast Germander blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Coast Germander native?

Coast Germander (Teucrium cubense) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Coast Germander attract?

Coast Germander draws butterflies and nectar insects.

Is Coast Germander HOA-friendly?

Coast Germander is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Coast Germander

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Teucrium cubense

Last reviewed: August 2026

Coast Germander (Teucrium cubense) is a perennial forb native to TX. It blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November. The flowers draw butterflies and nectar insects. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 18"–36" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

Pollinators

butterflies, nectar insects

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Coast Germander is a compact perennial with small, aromatic leaves and delicate spikes of tiny white or pale purple flowers. This drought-tolerant native blooms for an extended period from summer through fall, forming neat, rounded clumps that work well in organized garden designs.

Growing Coast Germander

Grow Coast Germander in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 18 to 36 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

In an HOA neighborhood

Coast Germander 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 long blooming period attracts butterflies and beneficial nectar-feeding insects from June through November. Its extended flowering season makes it particularly valuable for supporting pollinators during late summer and fall when other food sources may be scarce.

Common questions

How much sun does Coast Germander need?: Coast Germander grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Coast Germander bloom?: Coast Germander blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Coast Germander native?: Coast Germander (Teucrium cubense) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Coast Germander attract?: Coast Germander draws butterflies and nectar insects.
Is Coast Germander HOA-friendly?: Coast Germander is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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