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Pineland Silkgrass

Pityopsis aspera

Last reviewed: July 2026

Pineland Silkgrass (Pityopsis aspera)
Photo: (c) Douglas Goldman, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA) / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–24" H × 12"–18" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

AL, FL, GA, MS and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Pineland silkgrass is a compact native perennial with silvery, grass-like foliage that forms neat clumps. It produces cheerful yellow daisy-like flowers from summer through fall, providing long-lasting color in sunny, dry areas. The evergreen foliage maintains year-round interest with its attractive silvery texture.

In an HOA neighborhood

Pineland Silkgrass is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The extended bloom period from July through October provides nectar for bees and butterflies during late summer and fall when many other flowers have finished. The seeds also attract small birds and beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Pineland Silkgrass need?
Pineland Silkgrass grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Pineland Silkgrass bloom?
Pineland Silkgrass blooms in July, August, September, and October.
Where is Pineland Silkgrass native?
Pineland Silkgrass (Pityopsis aspera) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Pineland Silkgrass attract?
Pineland Silkgrass draws bees and butterflies.
Is Pineland Silkgrass HOA-friendly?
Pineland Silkgrass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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