Leafy Arnica
Arnica chamissonis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, ID and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Leafy arnica is a compact native wildflower that produces bright yellow, daisy-like blooms throughout the summer months. This low-growing perennial forms neat clumps with attractive foliage and reliable flowering. It thrives in full sun with moderate water needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Leafy Arnica is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes dormant in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The cheerful yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during the long summer blooming period. This native plant provides valuable nectar sources when many other flowers have finished blooming.
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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