Laceflower
Ptilimnium nuttallii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, IL, KS and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, wasps, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Laceflower is a delicate annual wildflower with finely divided, lacy foliage and small white flowers arranged in umbrella-like clusters. It blooms throughout summer and has a refined, cottage garden appearance that fits well in naturalistic plantings. The plant maintains a compact, upright form during its growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Laceflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Annual nature means gaps in plantings
- May self-seed unpredictably
- Dies completely in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract a diverse range of beneficial insects including native bees, beetles, wasps, and flies during summer blooms. Its extended bloom period provides consistent nectar resources through the peak growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Laceflower need?
- Laceflower grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Laceflower bloom?
- Laceflower blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Laceflower native?
- Laceflower (Ptilimnium nuttallii) is native to AL, AR, IL, KS and 7 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Laceflower attract?
- Laceflower draws bees, beetles, wasps, and flies.
- Is Laceflower HOA-friendly?
- Laceflower 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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