How much sun does Jepson's woolly sunflower need?

Jepson's woolly sunflower grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Jepson's woolly sunflower bloom?

Jepson's woolly sunflower blooms in April, May, June, and July.

Where is Jepson's woolly sunflower native?

Jepson's woolly sunflower (Eriophyllum jepsonii) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Jepson's woolly sunflower attract?

Jepson's woolly sunflower draws bees and butterflies.

Jepson's woolly sunflower

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Eriophyllum jepsonii

Last reviewed: October 2026

Jepson's woolly sunflower (Eriophyllum jepsonii) is a perennial shrub native to CA. It blooms in April, May, June, and July. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

Toxicity unknown

Jepson's woolly sunflower (Eriophyllum jepsonii) 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

12"–24" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains

A low evergreen subshrub with soft, woolly gray leaves and cheerful yellow daisy flowers held above the foliage from spring into summer. Its silvery texture contrasts well with green-leaved neighbors.

Growing Jepson's woolly sunflower

Grow Jepson's woolly sunflower in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide.

Wildlife value

The abundant daisy flowers are a steady nectar source for bees and small butterflies through spring and early summer.

Common questions

How much sun does Jepson's woolly sunflower need?: Jepson's woolly sunflower grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Jepson's woolly sunflower bloom?: Jepson's woolly sunflower blooms in April, May, June, and July.
Where is Jepson's woolly sunflower native?: Jepson's woolly sunflower (Eriophyllum jepsonii) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Jepson's woolly sunflower attract?: Jepson's woolly sunflower draws bees and butterflies.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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