Pennsylvania Saxifrage
Micranthes pensylvanica
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–6" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
CT, DE, IA, IL and 19 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
A low-growing native perennial that forms neat clumps of rounded leaves close to the ground. It produces delicate white flower clusters on slender stems in spring and early summer, creating an attractive groundcover effect.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pennsylvania Saxifrage is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes dormant in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract native bees and beneficial flies during its spring blooming period. Its compact growth provides some shelter for small ground-dwelling insects.
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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