How much sun does Serrated-wintergreen need?

Serrated-wintergreen grows best in shade conditions.

When does Serrated-wintergreen bloom?

Serrated-wintergreen blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Serrated-wintergreen native?

Serrated-wintergreen (Pyrola dentata) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Serrated-wintergreen attract?

Serrated-wintergreen draws bees and flies.

Is Serrated-wintergreen HOA-friendly?

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

Serrated-wintergreen

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Pyrola dentata

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

shade

Water

medium

Size

4"–12" H × 4"–8" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, flies

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Sierra Nevada Southern California Mountains

Serrated-wintergreen is a low-growing native perennial that forms small clumps of glossy, toothed evergreen leaves. It produces delicate white to pale pink bell-shaped flowers on short stems during summer months, creating subtle ground-level interest in shaded areas.

In an HOA neighborhood

Serrated-wintergreen 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 inconspicuous appearance may look like weeds
Shade requirement limits placement options
Woodland character conflicts with typical landscaping expectations

Wildlife value

The summer flowers attract native bees and beneficial flies. Its low stature and shade preference make it valuable for supporting pollinators in woodland garden settings.

Common questions

How much sun does Serrated-wintergreen need?: Serrated-wintergreen grows best in shade conditions.
When does Serrated-wintergreen bloom?: Serrated-wintergreen blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Serrated-wintergreen native?: Serrated-wintergreen (Pyrola dentata) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Serrated-wintergreen attract?: Serrated-wintergreen draws bees and flies.
Is Serrated-wintergreen HOA-friendly?: Serrated-wintergreen 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 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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