Roundfruit Hedgehyssop
Gratiola virginiana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 22 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
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Roundfruit hedgehyssop is a small native perennial that forms low mats in moist areas. It produces tiny white flowers throughout the summer months and thrives in consistently wet soils where many other plants struggle.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roundfruit Hedgehyssop takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very small scale makes it appear weedy
- High water needs may cause irregular growth
- Unknown leaf retention creates uncertainty about winter appearance
Wildlife value
This plant supports various pollinators including native bees and beneficial flies during its extended bloom period from May through August.
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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