Common Polygala
Polygala sanguinea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–18" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
VT
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Common polygala is a small annual wildflower that produces clusters of tiny pink or purple flowers from summer through early fall. This compact native plant forms neat, upright clumps with narrow leaves and maintains a tidy appearance throughout its growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Common Polygala is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- As an annual, requires replanting each year or self-seeding
Wildlife value
The small but abundant flowers attract various bees and butterflies during the late summer blooming period. Its compact size makes it a good choice for supporting pollinators in smaller garden spaces.
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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