Necklaceweed
Veronica peregrina
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–16" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 44 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Necklaceweed is a small annual wildflower that produces tiny white or pale blue flowers along upright stems from spring through mid-summer. It forms compact clumps and readily self-seeds in suitable conditions. It prefers full sun locations with average moisture levels.
In an HOA neighborhood
Necklaceweed 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 stature can appear weedy
- Annual nature creates gaps when plants die
- Self-seeding habit may look uncontrolled
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract various bees and beneficial flies throughout its long blooming period. As a native annual, it provides early season nectar when many other plants are just emerging.
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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