How much sun does Limestone Hawksbeard need?

Limestone Hawksbeard grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Limestone Hawksbeard bloom?

Limestone Hawksbeard blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Limestone Hawksbeard native?

Limestone Hawksbeard (Crepis intermedia) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 7 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Limestone Hawksbeard attract?

Limestone Hawksbeard draws bees and butterflies.

Is Limestone Hawksbeard HOA-friendly?

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

Limestone Hawksbeard

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Crepis intermedia

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

8"–24" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 7 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Crepis intermedia is a compact native perennial that produces bright yellow dandelion-like flowers from June through August. This drought-tolerant wildflower forms small clumps and thrives in full sun with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Limestone Hawksbeard 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.

Resembles dandelions which many HOAs consider weeds
Can appear unkempt when not in bloom
May spread beyond intended areas

Wildlife value

The cheerful yellow blooms attract native bees and butterflies throughout the summer months. Its extended flowering period provides consistent nectar sources during peak pollinator activity.

Common questions

How much sun does Limestone Hawksbeard need?: Limestone Hawksbeard grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Limestone Hawksbeard bloom?: Limestone Hawksbeard blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Limestone Hawksbeard native?: Limestone Hawksbeard (Crepis intermedia) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 7 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Limestone Hawksbeard attract?: Limestone Hawksbeard draws bees and butterflies.
Is Limestone Hawksbeard HOA-friendly?: Limestone Hawksbeard 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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