False-gold Groundsel
Packera pseudaurea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, CO, IA, ID and 13 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Packera pseudaurea is a native wildflower that produces clusters of bright yellow daisy-like blooms from May through July. This compact perennial forms neat clumps with attractive foliage and reliable seasonal color. It thrives in full sun with moderate water needs and maintains a tidy appearance in garden settings.
In an HOA neighborhood
False-gold Groundsel 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 cheerful yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles throughout the summer blooming period. This native plant provides important nectar sources for pollinators during peak growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does False-gold Groundsel need?
- False-gold Groundsel grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does False-gold Groundsel bloom?
- False-gold Groundsel blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is False-gold Groundsel native?
- False-gold Groundsel (Packera pseudaurea) is native to CA, CO, IA, ID and 13 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does False-gold Groundsel attract?
- False-gold Groundsel draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is False-gold Groundsel HOA-friendly?
- False-gold Groundsel is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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