How much sun does Greeneyes need?

Greeneyes grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Greeneyes bloom?

Greeneyes blooms in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Greeneyes native?

Greeneyes (Berlandiera betonicifolia) is native to LA, TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Greeneyes attract?

Greeneyes draws butterflies and bees.

Is Greeneyes HOA-friendly?

Greeneyes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Greeneyes

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Berlandiera betonicifolia

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

Greeneyes (Berlandiera betonicifolia) 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

part sun

Water

low

Size

12"–48" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

LA, TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

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Berlandiera betonicifolia produces cheerful yellow daisy-like flowers with distinctive white undersides from spring through fall. This native Texas wildflower forms compact clumps and thrives in partial sun with minimal water once established. The flowers have a pleasant chocolate scent in the morning hours.

In an HOA neighborhood

Greeneyes is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: mid zone.

May flop without support
Best in less formal zones

Wildlife value

Greeneyes attracts both butterflies and native bees throughout its extended blooming season. The long flowering period from March through November provides consistent nectar sources when many other plants have finished blooming.

Common questions

How much sun does Greeneyes need?: Greeneyes grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Greeneyes bloom?: Greeneyes blooms in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Greeneyes native?: Greeneyes (Berlandiera betonicifolia) is native to LA, TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Greeneyes attract?: Greeneyes draws butterflies and bees.
Is Greeneyes HOA-friendly?: Greeneyes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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