How much sun does Rattlesnakeweed need?

Rattlesnakeweed grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Rattlesnakeweed bloom?

Rattlesnakeweed blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Rattlesnakeweed native?

Rattlesnakeweed (Hieracium venosum) is native to AL, CT, DE, GA and 23 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Rattlesnakeweed attract?

Rattlesnakeweed draws bees and butterflies.

Is Rattlesnakeweed HOA-friendly?

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

Rattlesnakeweed

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Hieracium venosum

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

8"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, CT, DE, GA and 23 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Rattlesnakeweed is a low-growing native wildflower with distinctive veined leaves that form a basal rosette. It produces small yellow dandelion-like flowers on slender stems during summer months. This drought-tolerant perennial thrives in partial sun and requires minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Rattlesnakeweed 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.

Name contains 'weed' which raises HOA concerns
Dandelion-like flowers may be perceived as weedy
Can spread and naturalize beyond intended areas

Wildlife value

The yellow flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. Its low growth habit provides shelter for small beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Rattlesnakeweed need?: Rattlesnakeweed grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Rattlesnakeweed bloom?: Rattlesnakeweed blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Rattlesnakeweed native?: Rattlesnakeweed (Hieracium venosum) is native to AL, CT, DE, GA and 23 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Rattlesnakeweed attract?: Rattlesnakeweed draws bees and butterflies.
Is Rattlesnakeweed HOA-friendly?: Rattlesnakeweed 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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