Coast Germander
Teucrium cubense
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 18"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
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.
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 the USDA PLANTS Database 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 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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