How much sun does Eyebane need?

Eyebane grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Eyebane bloom?

Eyebane blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Eyebane native?

Eyebane (Euphorbia nutans) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 33 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Eyebane toxic to dogs?

Yes. Eyebane is listed as toxic to dogs by the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (aspca.org). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

Is Eyebane toxic to cats?

Yes. Eyebane is listed as toxic to cats by the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (aspca.org). If your cat has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

What pollinators does Eyebane attract?

Eyebane draws bees and beetles.

Is Eyebane HOA-friendly?

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

Eyebane

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Euphorbia nutans

Last reviewed: August 2026

Eyebane is toxic to dogs and cats.

Listed as toxic by the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (opens in new tab) (last reviewed 2026-08-20). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435and your veterinarian's emergency line.

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Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, AR, CT, DE and 33 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Eyebane is a small annual wildflower that forms low, spreading mats with tiny inconspicuous flowers from summer through fall. This native plant thrives in sunny, dry conditions and requires minimal care once established. It works well as a ground cover in naturalized areas or mixed plantings.

In an HOA neighborhood

Eyebane 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.

Very small flowers appear weedy to most homeowners
Low spreading growth habit looks unmanicured
Name includes 'weed' which raises HOA concerns

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract native bees and beetles throughout the growing season. Its low-growing habit provides habitat for beneficial ground-dwelling insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Eyebane need?: Eyebane grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Eyebane bloom?: Eyebane blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Eyebane native?: Eyebane (Euphorbia nutans) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 33 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Eyebane toxic to dogs?: Yes. Eyebane is listed as toxic to dogs by the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (aspca.org). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
Is Eyebane toxic to cats?: Yes. Eyebane is listed as toxic to cats by the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (aspca.org). If your cat has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
What pollinators does Eyebane attract?: Eyebane draws bees and beetles.
Is Eyebane HOA-friendly?: Eyebane 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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