How much sun does Dandelion Hawksbeard need?

Dandelion Hawksbeard grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Dandelion Hawksbeard bloom?

Dandelion Hawksbeard blooms in May, June, July, and August.

Where is Dandelion Hawksbeard native?

Dandelion Hawksbeard (Crepis runcinata) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Dandelion Hawksbeard toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Dandelion Hawksbeard as toxic to livestock.

What pollinators does Dandelion Hawksbeard attract?

Dandelion Hawksbeard draws bees and beetles.

Is Dandelion Hawksbeard HOA-friendly?

Dandelion Hawksbeard takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Dandelion Hawksbeard

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Crepis runcinata

Last reviewed: August 2026

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Dandelion Hawksbeard as toxic to livestock.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Crepis runcinata is a compact native wildflower that produces bright yellow dandelion-like blooms from May through August. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat clumps and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Dandelion Hawksbeard 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.

Yellow flowers closely resemble dandelions
May be perceived as a weed by HOA boards
Common name associations could trigger complaints

Wildlife value

The cheerful yellow flowers attract native bees and beneficial beetles throughout the long blooming season. This plant provides nectar resources during the peak summer months when many other natives have finished flowering.

Common questions

How much sun does Dandelion Hawksbeard need?: Dandelion Hawksbeard grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Dandelion Hawksbeard bloom?: Dandelion Hawksbeard blooms in May, June, July, and August.
Where is Dandelion Hawksbeard native?: Dandelion Hawksbeard (Crepis runcinata) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Dandelion Hawksbeard toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Dandelion Hawksbeard as toxic to livestock.
What pollinators does Dandelion Hawksbeard attract?: Dandelion Hawksbeard draws bees and beetles.
Is Dandelion Hawksbeard HOA-friendly?: Dandelion Hawksbeard takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

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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