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Showy Fanpetals

Sida lindheimeri

Last reviewed: June 2026

Showy Fanpetals (Sida lindheimeri)
Photo: (c) John Hibbard, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by John Hibbard

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

24"–36" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

LA, TX

Pollinators

butterflies

Showy Fanpetals is a compact native wildflower that produces bright orange blooms nearly year-round in Texas. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat clumps and requires minimal care once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Showy Fanpetals is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The long blooming season provides nectar for butterflies and other pollinators from spring through fall.

Common questions

How much sun does Showy Fanpetals need?
Showy Fanpetals grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Showy Fanpetals bloom?
Showy Fanpetals blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Showy Fanpetals native?
Showy Fanpetals (Sida lindheimeri) is native to LA, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Showy Fanpetals attract?
Showy Fanpetals draws butterflies.
Is Showy Fanpetals HOA-friendly?
Showy Fanpetals is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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