How much sun does Few-Seeded Draba need?

Few-Seeded Draba grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Few-Seeded Draba bloom?

Few-Seeded Draba blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Few-Seeded Draba native?

Few-Seeded Draba (Draba oligosperma) is native to CA, CO, ID, MT and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Few-Seeded Draba attract?

Few-Seeded Draba draws bees and beetles.

Is Few-Seeded Draba HOA-friendly?

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

Few-Seeded Draba

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Draba oligosperma

Last reviewed: June 2026

Toxicity unknown

Few-Seeded Draba (Draba oligosperma) 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

low

Size

2"–6" H × 2"–6" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CA, CO, ID, MT and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Draba oligosperma is a tiny alpine cushion plant that forms dense, low mats of small leaves. This native perennial produces clusters of small white or yellow flowers from May through July and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Few-Seeded Draba 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.

Extremely small size may appear sparse in traditional landscaping
Alpine appearance looks too wild for most HOA standards
May go unnoticed or look incomplete in formal plantings

Wildlife value

This plant supports native bees and beetles during its spring and early summer blooming period. Its compact size makes it valuable for small pollinators in rock gardens and alpine settings.

Common questions

How much sun does Few-Seeded Draba need?: Few-Seeded Draba grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Few-Seeded Draba bloom?: Few-Seeded Draba blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Few-Seeded Draba native?: Few-Seeded Draba (Draba oligosperma) is native to CA, CO, ID, MT and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Few-Seeded Draba attract?: Few-Seeded Draba draws bees and beetles.
Is Few-Seeded Draba HOA-friendly?: Few-Seeded Draba 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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