How much sun does Field Chickweed need?

Field Chickweed grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Field Chickweed bloom?

Field Chickweed blooms in April, May, June, and July.

Where is Field Chickweed native?

Field Chickweed (Cerastium arvense) is native to AL, AR, CA, CO and 38 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Field Chickweed attract?

Field Chickweed draws bees and beetles.

Is Field Chickweed HOA-friendly?

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

Field Chickweed

Name: Pollinator Patch
Author: Pollinator Patch

Cerastium arvense

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

4"–12" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AL, AR, CA, CO and 38 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Sierra Nevada Central California Valley

Field chickweed is a low-growing native perennial that forms spreading mats of small, narrow leaves. It produces delicate white, five-petaled flowers from spring through mid-summer. This hardy plant thrives in sunny locations with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Field Chickweed 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.

Spreading mat growth can appear weedy
Low informal appearance conflicts with manicured landscapes
May be mistaken for common lawn weeds

Wildlife value

The flowers attract small native bees and beetles during its extended blooming period from April through July. Its low growth provides ground-level habitat for beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Field Chickweed need?: Field Chickweed grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Field Chickweed bloom?: Field Chickweed blooms in April, May, June, and July.
Where is Field Chickweed native?: Field Chickweed (Cerastium arvense) is native to AL, AR, CA, CO and 38 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Field Chickweed attract?: Field Chickweed draws bees and beetles.
Is Field Chickweed HOA-friendly?: Field Chickweed 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 the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

Ready to grow Field Chickweed? Add it to your garden in Pollinator Patch to track it and get season-by-season care guidance.

Add this plant to your garden

iPhone app Android app

Not sure where to start? Take the 2-minute yard quiz