How much sun does Rough Hedgehyssop need?

Rough Hedgehyssop grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Rough Hedgehyssop bloom?

Rough Hedgehyssop blooms in May, June, July, and August.

Where is Rough Hedgehyssop native?

Rough Hedgehyssop (Gratiola hispida) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Rough Hedgehyssop attract?

Rough Hedgehyssop draws bees and beetles.

Is Rough Hedgehyssop HOA-friendly?

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

Rough Hedgehyssop

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Gratiola hispida

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Rough Hedgehyssop (Gratiola hispida) 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

medium

Size

4"–12" H × 3"–8" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, FL, GA, MS

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Rough hedgehyssop is a low-growing native perennial that forms small clumps in partially sunny areas. It produces tiny white or pale purple flowers from late spring through summer and prefers consistently moist soil conditions.

In an HOA neighborhood

Rough Hedgehyssop 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 insignificant in formal landscapes
Unknown winter appearance creates uncertainty
Name includes 'rough' suggesting informal texture

Wildlife value

This plant attracts native bees and beetles during its extended blooming period from May through August.

Common questions

How much sun does Rough Hedgehyssop need?: Rough Hedgehyssop grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Rough Hedgehyssop bloom?: Rough Hedgehyssop blooms in May, June, July, and August.
Where is Rough Hedgehyssop native?: Rough Hedgehyssop (Gratiola hispida) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Rough Hedgehyssop attract?: Rough Hedgehyssop draws bees and beetles.
Is Rough Hedgehyssop HOA-friendly?: Rough Hedgehyssop 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 vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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