Great Plains Ragwort
Packera tampicana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AR, KS, LA, OK and 1 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Packera tampicana is a compact perennial wildflower that produces clusters of bright yellow daisy-like blooms from May through July. This native groundcover forms low mounds of foliage and spreads gradually to create natural drifts in sunny locations with moderate moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Great Plains Ragwort 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.
- Appearance when dormant is unknown
- May spread beyond intended boundaries
- Wildflower appearance not suitable for formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The abundant yellow flowers attract various pollinators including native bees, butterflies, and beetles during the extended summer blooming period.
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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