Roadside Agrimony
Agrimonia striata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, CT and 26 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Roadside agrimony is a native perennial that produces small yellow flowers on slender spikes from June through August. This modest wildflower grows 1-3 feet tall with compound leaves and prefers partial sun with moderate moisture. It has a somewhat loose, informal growth habit typical of meadow plants.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roadside Agrimony 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.
- Common name includes 'roadside' suggesting weedy appearance
- Informal wildflower appearance may not meet landscaping standards
- Can look sparse or unkempt when not in bloom
Wildlife value
The small yellow flowers attract various pollinators including native bees, beetles, and flies during the summer months. The seeds provide food for birds and small wildlife in late summer and fall.
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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