Hooker'S Sandwort
Eremogone hookeri
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CO, KS, MT, NE and 6 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Hooker's sandwort is a low-growing native perennial that forms compact mats of narrow leaves. It produces small white flowers from June through August and thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal water once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hooker'S Sandwort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
This plant attracts bees and beetles during its summer blooming period. Its low water requirements make it valuable for supporting pollinators in xeric garden conditions.
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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