Fogfruit
Phyla nodiflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
3"–12" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 16 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Fogfruit is a low-growing evergreen groundcover that forms dense mats with small rounded leaves and tiny white flower clusters. This hardy perennial thrives in full sun with minimal water once established. It blooms from summer through fall, providing long-lasting color and texture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Fogfruit 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.
- Spreads aggressively and can look unkempt
- May be perceived as weedy due to informal growth habit
- Difficult to contain within defined borders
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract native bees and butterflies throughout the extended blooming season. Its dense mat-forming habit also provides shelter for beneficial 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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