Hedgemustard
Sisymbrium officinale
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
GA
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Hedgemustard is a native annual wildflower that produces small yellow flowers on tall, branching stems from late spring through early fall. This low-maintenance plant thrives in sunny locations with minimal water and readily self-seeds to return each year.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hedgemustard 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.
- Has weedy appearance with loose branching habit
- Self-seeds unpredictably which HOAs may view as untidy
- Name includes 'weed' which creates negative perception
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for various pollinators including native bees, beetles, and flies throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Hedgemustard need?
- Hedgemustard grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Hedgemustard bloom?
- Hedgemustard blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.
- Where is Hedgemustard native?
- Hedgemustard (Sisymbrium officinale) is native to GA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Hedgemustard attract?
- Hedgemustard draws bees, beetles, and flies.
- Is Hedgemustard HOA-friendly?
- Hedgemustard 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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