How much sun does Redstem Springbeauty need?

Redstem Springbeauty grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Redstem Springbeauty bloom?

Redstem Springbeauty blooms in March, April, May, and June.

Where is Redstem Springbeauty native?

Redstem Springbeauty (Claytonia rubra) is native to CA, CO, ID, MT and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Redstem Springbeauty attract?

Redstem Springbeauty draws bees and flies.

Is Redstem Springbeauty HOA-friendly?

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

Redstem Springbeauty

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Claytonia rubra

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Redstem Springbeauty (Claytonia rubra) 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

2"–8" H × 2"–6" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun

Native to

CA, CO, ID, MT and 6 more states

Pollinators

bees, flies

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Puget Lowland Marine West Coast Forest Northwestern Forested Mountains Sierra Nevada Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains Southern California Mountains North American Deserts Central Basin and Range

Redstem springbeauty is a delicate native wildflower that forms small patches of succulent-like foliage topped with pink or white flowers in spring. This low-growing plant emerges early in the season and provides color when few other plants are blooming.

In an HOA neighborhood

Redstem Springbeauty 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 size makes it appear sparse in maintained landscapes
Goes dormant after blooming leaving bare spots
Wildflower appearance conflicts with manicured lawn aesthetics

Wildlife value

The early spring blooms provide important nectar for bees and flies when few other flowers are available. Small birds may eat the seeds later in the season.

Common questions

How much sun does Redstem Springbeauty need?: Redstem Springbeauty grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Redstem Springbeauty bloom?: Redstem Springbeauty blooms in March, April, May, and June.
Where is Redstem Springbeauty native?: Redstem Springbeauty (Claytonia rubra) is native to CA, CO, ID, MT and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Redstem Springbeauty attract?: Redstem Springbeauty draws bees and flies.
Is Redstem Springbeauty HOA-friendly?: Redstem Springbeauty 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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