How much sun does Pink Stickseed need?

Pink Stickseed grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Pink Stickseed bloom?

Pink Stickseed blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Pink Stickseed native?

Pink Stickseed (Hackelia mundula) is native to CA, OR, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Pink Stickseed attract?

Pink Stickseed draws bees and beetles.

Is Pink Stickseed HOA-friendly?

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

Pink Stickseed

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Hackelia mundula

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Pink Stickseed (Hackelia mundula) 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

part sun

Water

low

Size

4"–16" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CA, OR

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Sierra Nevada

Pink stickseed is a small annual wildflower that produces delicate pink blooms from May through July. This compact native forb grows in a low mound and thrives in partial sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Pink Stickseed takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Annual lifespan creates gaps in plantings
Common name includes 'weed' which raises HOA concerns
Can appear sparse or patchy as individual plants complete their lifecycle

Wildlife value

The flowers attract native bees and beetles during the late spring and summer blooming period. It provides habitat value for local pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Pink Stickseed need?: Pink Stickseed grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Pink Stickseed bloom?: Pink Stickseed blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Pink Stickseed native?: Pink Stickseed (Hackelia mundula) is native to CA, OR, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Pink Stickseed attract?: Pink Stickseed draws bees and beetles.
Is Pink Stickseed HOA-friendly?: Pink Stickseed 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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