Rocky Mountain Pussytoes
Antennaria media
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
2"–8" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, ID and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Rocky Mountain pussytoes is a low-growing native groundcover that forms dense, silvery-green mats. It produces small white or pink fuzzy flower clusters from May through July and maintains its foliage year-round. This drought-tolerant plant works well as a lawn alternative or between stepping stones.
In an HOA neighborhood
Rocky Mountain Pussytoes is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and beetles during the late spring and summer blooming period. Its low-growing habit provides ground-level habitat for 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.
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