How much sun does Savannah Meadowbeauty need?

Savannah Meadowbeauty grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Savannah Meadowbeauty bloom?

Savannah Meadowbeauty blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Savannah Meadowbeauty native?

Savannah Meadowbeauty (Rhexia alifanus) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Savannah Meadowbeauty attract?

Savannah Meadowbeauty draws bees and butterflies.

Is Savannah Meadowbeauty HOA-friendly?

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

Savannah Meadowbeauty

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Rhexia alifanus

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Savannah Meadowbeauty (Rhexia alifanus) 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

full sun

Water

medium

Size

6"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Savannah meadowbeauty is a compact native wildflower that produces bright pink to purple four-petaled blooms from summer through early fall. This low-growing perennial forms neat clumps and thrives in sunny locations with moderate moisture.

In an HOA neighborhood

Savannah Meadowbeauty 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.

Appears too wild and informal for most HOA standards
Unknown dormant season appearance creates uncertainty
May be perceived as weedy despite native status

Wildlife value

The showy flowers attract native bees and butterflies throughout the long blooming season. Its extended flowering period makes it particularly valuable for late-season pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Savannah Meadowbeauty need?: Savannah Meadowbeauty grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Savannah Meadowbeauty bloom?: Savannah Meadowbeauty blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Savannah Meadowbeauty native?: Savannah Meadowbeauty (Rhexia alifanus) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Savannah Meadowbeauty attract?: Savannah Meadowbeauty draws bees and butterflies.
Is Savannah Meadowbeauty HOA-friendly?: Savannah Meadowbeauty 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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