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Lindheimer's Crownbeard

Verbesina lindheimeri

Last reviewed: June 2026

Verbesina lindheimeri is a Texas native wildflower that produces bright yellow daisy-like blooms from March through November. This drought-tolerant forb attracts butterflies and bees while thriving in full sun conditions.

Lindheimer's Crownbeard (Verbesina lindheimeri)
Photo: (c) Cody Stricker, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Cody Stricker

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

18"–24" H × 3"–6" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

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Lindheimer's Crownbeard is a compact native perennial that produces bright yellow daisy-like flowers from spring through fall. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps and provides nearly continuous blooms with minimal care.

Growing Lindheimer's Crownbeard

Grow Lindheimer's Crownbeard in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 18 to 24 inches tall and spread 3 to 6 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

In an HOA neighborhood

Lindheimer's Crownbeard is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

Excellent pollinator plant that attracts butterflies and native bees throughout its extended blooming season. The long flowering period makes it particularly valuable for sustaining pollinator populations.

Common questions

When does Lindheimer's Crownbeard bloom?
Verbesina lindheimeri has an exceptionally long blooming period, producing yellow flowers from March through November in Texas.
What pollinators visit Lindheimer's Crownbeard?
This native Texas wildflower attracts both butterflies and bees with its abundant yellow blooms throughout most of the growing season.
What growing conditions does Verbesina lindheimeri prefer?
Lindheimer's Crownbeard thrives in full sun with medium water requirements, making it well-suited to Texas gardens and natural landscapes.
Where is Lindheimer's Crownbeard native?
Verbesina lindheimeri is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in prairies, fields, and disturbed areas.
Is Lindheimer's Crownbeard HOA-friendly?
Lindheimer's Crownbeard is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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