Meadow Popcornflower
Plagiobothrys scouleri
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
2"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CA, ID, ME and 13 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Scouler's popcornflower is a small native annual wildflower that produces tiny white or pale blue flowers from May through July. This compact plant grows just 2-12 inches tall with a spreading habit, thriving in full sun with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Meadow Popcornflower 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.
- Very small flowers may appear weedy to neighbors
- Annual lifecycle creates gaps in plantings
- Low profile makes it look like lawn weeds
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract native bees and beetles during the spring and summer blooming period. As an annual wildflower, it provides seasonal nectar resources for pollinators.
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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