How much sun does Piedmont Pinweed need?

Piedmont Pinweed grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Piedmont Pinweed bloom?

Piedmont Pinweed blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.

Where is Piedmont Pinweed native?

Piedmont Pinweed (Lechea torreyi) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS and 2 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Piedmont Pinweed attract?

Piedmont Pinweed draws bees and beetles.

Is Piedmont Pinweed HOA-friendly?

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

Piedmont Pinweed

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Lechea torreyi

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Piedmont Pinweed (Lechea torreyi) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–24" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, FL, GA, MS and 2 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Piedmont pinweed is a small, drought-tolerant perennial that forms low clumps of fine-textured foliage. This native wildflower produces tiny, inconspicuous flowers from late spring through fall and thrives in sandy, well-draining soils.

In an HOA neighborhood

Piedmont Pinweed 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 and can appear weedy
Inconspicuous flowers may look like a weed to neighbors
Low profile may not meet landscaping presence expectations

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract native bees and beetles during its extended blooming period from May through September.

Common questions

How much sun does Piedmont Pinweed need?: Piedmont Pinweed grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Piedmont Pinweed bloom?: Piedmont Pinweed blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.
Where is Piedmont Pinweed native?: Piedmont Pinweed (Lechea torreyi) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS and 2 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Piedmont Pinweed attract?: Piedmont Pinweed draws bees and beetles.
Is Piedmont Pinweed HOA-friendly?: Piedmont Pinweed 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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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