Creeping Sibbaldia
Sibbaldia procumbens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
low
Size
1"–4" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, ID and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Creeping sibbaldia is a low-growing native groundcover that forms dense mats of small, three-leaflet leaves. This alpine plant produces tiny yellow flowers in summer and thrives in partial shade with minimal water needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Creeping Sibbaldia 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.
- Extremely low growth may appear unkempt to traditional landscaping standards
- Unknown leaf retention could create untidy appearance in winter
- May be perceived as weedy rather than intentional landscaping
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract native bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. Its low growth provides ground-level habitat for beneficial insects.
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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