How much sun does Jesusplant need?

Jesusplant grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Jesusplant bloom?

Jesusplant blooms in July, August, and September.

What pollinators does Jesusplant attract?

Jesusplant draws bees and beetles.

Is Jesusplant HOA-friendly?

Jesusplant takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Jesusplant

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Persicaria maculosa

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Jesusplant (Persicaria maculosa) 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 shade

Water

medium

Size

12"–24" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Native alternatives to Jesusplant

Jesusplant is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.

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Lady's thumb is a low-growing annual wildflower with small pink flower spikes that bloom from summer into fall. This native forb thrives in partial shade with moderate water needs and provides a naturalized groundcover effect.

In an HOA neighborhood

Jesusplant 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 that most HOAs would reject
Common name 'Lady's thumb' may be confused with invasive smartweeds
Annual growth habit creates inconsistent coverage

Wildlife value

The small pink flowers attract native bees and beetles during the summer and fall blooming period. Seeds provide food for birds and small wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Jesusplant need?: Jesusplant grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Jesusplant bloom?: Jesusplant blooms in July, August, and September.
What pollinators does Jesusplant attract?: Jesusplant draws bees and beetles.
Is Jesusplant HOA-friendly?: Jesusplant takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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