Prairie Fleabane
Erigeron modestus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–12" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AZ, KS, NM, OK and 1 more states
Pollinators
butterflies, bees
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Prairie Fleabane is a compact native wildflower that forms neat, low mounds of small daisy-like blooms. This hardy perennial produces white or pale purple flowers from spring through fall, making it a reliable source of color in drought-tolerant gardens. Its small stature and tidy growth habit make it suitable for borders and ground cover applications.
In an HOA neighborhood
Prairie Fleabane is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming season provides nectar for butterflies and native bees from spring through fall. Small beneficial insects also use this plant for shelter and feeding.
Common questions
- How much sun does Prairie Fleabane need?
- Prairie Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Prairie Fleabane bloom?
- Prairie Fleabane blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Prairie Fleabane native?
- Prairie Fleabane (Erigeron modestus) is native to AZ, KS, NM, OK and 1 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Prairie Fleabane attract?
- Prairie Fleabane draws butterflies and bees.
- Is Prairie Fleabane HOA-friendly?
- Prairie Fleabane 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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