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Ragged Rockflower

Crossosoma bigelovii

Last reviewed: June 2026

Ragged Rockflower (Crossosoma bigelovii)
Photo: Alex Abair / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–36" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

AZ, CA, NV

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Ragged rockflower is a compact evergreen shrub that produces white flowers with yellow centers in spring. This native shrub thrives in full sun with minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes.

In an HOA neighborhood

Ragged Rockflower 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 spring blooms attract native bees and beetles for pollination. Its compact size provides shelter for small beneficial insects.

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.

Does Ragged Rockflower fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.