How much sun does Singlehead Pussytoes need?

Singlehead Pussytoes grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Singlehead Pussytoes bloom?

Singlehead Pussytoes blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Singlehead Pussytoes native?

Singlehead Pussytoes (Antennaria solitaria) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Singlehead Pussytoes attract?

Singlehead Pussytoes draws bees and butterflies.

Is Singlehead Pussytoes HOA-friendly?

Singlehead Pussytoes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Singlehead Pussytoes

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Antennaria solitaria

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Singlehead Pussytoes (Antennaria solitaria) 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

low

Size

4"–12" H × 4"–8" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AL, AR, GA, IL and 12 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Singlehead pussytoes is a low-growing native groundcover with soft, silvery-green foliage that stays attractive year-round. It produces small white fuzzy flower clusters in spring and early summer, creating a neat carpet-like appearance. This drought-tolerant plant spreads slowly and works well as a lawn alternative or border edging.

In an HOA neighborhood

Singlehead Pussytoes 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 spring flowers provide nectar for native bees and small butterflies. The compact size makes it especially valuable for smaller pollinators that prefer low-growing flower sources.

Common questions

How much sun does Singlehead Pussytoes need?: Singlehead Pussytoes grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Singlehead Pussytoes bloom?: Singlehead Pussytoes blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Singlehead Pussytoes native?: Singlehead Pussytoes (Antennaria solitaria) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Singlehead Pussytoes attract?: Singlehead Pussytoes draws bees and butterflies.
Is Singlehead Pussytoes HOA-friendly?: Singlehead Pussytoes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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