How much sun does Pennsylvania Pellitory need?

Pennsylvania Pellitory grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Pennsylvania Pellitory bloom?

Pennsylvania Pellitory blooms in May, June, July, and August.

Where is Pennsylvania Pellitory native?

Pennsylvania Pellitory (Parietaria pensylvanica) is native to AL, AR, AZ, CA and 41 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Pennsylvania Pellitory attract?

Pennsylvania Pellitory draws beetles and flies.

Is Pennsylvania Pellitory HOA-friendly?

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

Pennsylvania Pellitory

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Parietaria pensylvanica

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

4"–20" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, AZ, CA and 41 more states

Pollinators

beetles, flies

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Pennsylvania pellitory is a small annual wildflower that grows in clumps with small, inconspicuous flowers from spring through late summer. This native plant thrives in partial shade and prefers medium moisture conditions, making it suitable for woodland gardens or shaded borders.

In an HOA neighborhood

Pennsylvania Pellitory 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 weedy appearance with inconspicuous flowers
Annual nature means gaps and inconsistent coverage
Common name includes 'pellitory' which sounds like a weed

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract beetles and flies throughout the growing season. As an annual, it provides consistent nectar sources during its extended bloom period.

Common questions

How much sun does Pennsylvania Pellitory need?: Pennsylvania Pellitory grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Pennsylvania Pellitory bloom?: Pennsylvania Pellitory blooms in May, June, July, and August.
Where is Pennsylvania Pellitory native?: Pennsylvania Pellitory (Parietaria pensylvanica) is native to AL, AR, AZ, CA and 41 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Pennsylvania Pellitory attract?: Pennsylvania Pellitory draws beetles and flies.
Is Pennsylvania Pellitory HOA-friendly?: Pennsylvania Pellitory 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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