How much sun does Meadow Popcornflower need?

Meadow Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Meadow Popcornflower bloom?

Meadow Popcornflower blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Meadow Popcornflower native?

Meadow Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys scouleri) is native to AZ, CA, ID, ME and 13 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Meadow Popcornflower attract?

Meadow Popcornflower draws bees and beetles.

Is Meadow Popcornflower HOA-friendly?

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

Meadow Popcornflower

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Plagiobothrys scouleri

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Meadow Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys scouleri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

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

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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.

Common questions

How much sun does Meadow Popcornflower need?: Meadow Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Meadow Popcornflower bloom?: Meadow Popcornflower blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Meadow Popcornflower native?: Meadow Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys scouleri) is native to AZ, CA, ID, ME and 13 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Meadow Popcornflower attract?: Meadow Popcornflower draws bees and beetles.
Is Meadow Popcornflower HOA-friendly?: Meadow Popcornflower 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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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