How much sun does Drymaria need?

Drymaria grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Drymaria bloom?

Drymaria blooms in April, May, June, July, and August.

What pollinators does Drymaria attract?

Drymaria draws beetles and flies.

Is Drymaria HOA-friendly?

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

Drymaria

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Drymaria cordata

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Drymaria (Drymaria cordata) 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

part shade

Water

medium

Size

4"–12" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pollinators

beetles, flies

Native alternatives to Drymaria

Drymaria is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.

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Drymaria is a low-growing annual groundcover with small heart-shaped leaves and tiny white flowers that bloom from spring through summer. This delicate plant spreads to form a soft mat in partially shaded areas and requires moderate watering. It works well as a living mulch or filler plant in naturalized garden settings.

In an HOA neighborhood

Drymaria takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Very small delicate appearance may look like weeds
Annual nature means gaps in coverage
Informal growth habit lacks structure

Wildlife value

The small white flowers attract beetles and flies, providing nectar for these beneficial insects during the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Drymaria need?: Drymaria grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Drymaria bloom?: Drymaria blooms in April, May, June, July, and August.
What pollinators does Drymaria attract?: Drymaria draws beetles and flies.
Is Drymaria HOA-friendly?: Drymaria takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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