How much sun does Doll's Daisy need?

Doll's Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Doll's Daisy bloom?

Doll's Daisy blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Doll's Daisy native?

Doll's Daisy (Boltonia diffusa) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 10 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Doll's Daisy attract?

Doll's Daisy draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.

Is Doll's Daisy HOA-friendly?

Doll's Daisy is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Doll's Daisy

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Boltonia diffusa

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Doll's Daisy (Boltonia diffusa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

6"–12" H × 3"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 10 more states

Pollinators

butterflies, bees, nectar insects

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Doll's Daisy is a compact native perennial that produces masses of small white daisy-like flowers from summer through late fall. This low-growing plant forms neat clumps and provides reliable color when many other plants are finishing their bloom cycles.

In an HOA neighborhood

Doll's Daisy 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 makes this an excellent nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects during late season when food sources become scarce.

Common questions

How much sun does Doll's Daisy need?: Doll's Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Doll's Daisy bloom?: Doll's Daisy blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Doll's Daisy native?: Doll's Daisy (Boltonia diffusa) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 10 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Doll's Daisy attract?: Doll's Daisy draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.
Is Doll's Daisy HOA-friendly?: Doll's Daisy 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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