Gregg Dalea
Dalea greggii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Dalea greggii is a drought-tolerant native forb found in New Mexico and Texas that produces purple flower spikes from March through August, attracting butterflies and bees.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–9" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
NM, TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Gregg Dalea is a low-growing native perennial that forms attractive spreading mats of fine-textured foliage. It produces abundant small purple flower spikes from spring through summer, creating colorful ground-level displays in sunny, dry areas.
Growing Gregg Dalea
Grow Gregg Dalea in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 4 to 9 inches tall and spread 24 to 48 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Gregg Dalea 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.
- Insufficient data for HOA assessment
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for butterflies and native bees throughout much of the growing season. Its dense, low growth habit also offers shelter for small beneficial insects.
Common questions
- When does Dalea greggii bloom?
- Dalea greggii blooms from March through August, providing nectar for pollinators throughout much of the growing season.
- What pollinators visit Dalea greggii?
- Butterflies and bees are the primary pollinators that visit Dalea greggii flowers for nectar.
- Where is Dalea greggii native?
- Dalea greggii is native to New Mexico and Texas in the southwestern United States.
- What growing conditions does Dalea greggii prefer?
- Dalea greggii thrives in full sun conditions with low water requirements, making it well-suited for xeriscaping and drought-tolerant gardens.
- Is Gregg Dalea HOA-friendly?
- Gregg Dalea 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.
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