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Green Crepis

Crepis capillaris

Last reviewed: August 2026

Green Crepis (Crepis capillaris)
Photo: (c) Jacqui Geux, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Jacqui Geux

Toxicity unknown

Green Crepis (Crepis capillaris) 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

4"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pollinators

bees, flies

Native alternatives to Green Crepis

Green Crepis is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.

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Green crepis is a compact annual wildflower that produces small, bright yellow dandelion-like blooms from late spring through summer. This low-growing plant forms neat rosettes and thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal water requirements.

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In an HOA neighborhood

Green Crepis 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.

  • Resembles dandelions which many HOAs consider weeds
  • Annual nature creates gaps when plants die
  • Can self-seed unpredictably

Wildlife value

The cheerful yellow flowers attract bees and beneficial flies throughout the growing season. Its extended bloom period provides reliable nectar sources during summer months.

Common questions

How much sun does Green Crepis need?
Green Crepis grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Green Crepis bloom?
Green Crepis blooms in May, June, July, and August.
What pollinators does Green Crepis attract?
Green Crepis draws bees and flies.
Is Green Crepis HOA-friendly?
Green Crepis takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

If something looks wrong

Common plant problems, and what to check first

These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.

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