Mouse-ear Chickweed
Cerastium glomeratum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
2"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Native to
VA
Pollinators
bees, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Mouse-ear chickweed is a low-growing annual wildflower with small white flowers that bloom from spring through early summer. This compact plant forms small mats in partial shade areas and provides early season color in naturalized settings.
In an HOA neighborhood
Mouse-ear Chickweed 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.
- Commonly considered a lawn weed
- Unpredictable annual growth pattern
- Very informal appearance
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract bees and flies during the spring blooming period. As an early bloomer, it provides nectar when few other flowers are available.
Common questions
- How much sun does Mouse-ear Chickweed need?
- Mouse-ear Chickweed grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Mouse-ear Chickweed bloom?
- Mouse-ear Chickweed blooms in March, April, May, and June.
- Where is Mouse-ear Chickweed native?
- Mouse-ear Chickweed (Cerastium glomeratum) is native to VA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Mouse-ear Chickweed attract?
- Mouse-ear Chickweed draws bees and flies.
- Is Mouse-ear Chickweed HOA-friendly?
- Mouse-ear Chickweed 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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