How much sun does Slender Scratchdaisy need?

Slender Scratchdaisy grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Slender Scratchdaisy bloom?

Slender Scratchdaisy blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.

Where is Slender Scratchdaisy native?

Slender Scratchdaisy (Croptilon divaricatum) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 7 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Slender Scratchdaisy attract?

Slender Scratchdaisy draws bees and butterflies.

Is Slender Scratchdaisy HOA-friendly?

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

Slender Scratchdaisy

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Croptilon divaricatum

Last reviewed: June 2026

Toxicity unknown

Slender Scratchdaisy (Croptilon divaricatum) 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

6"–24" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 7 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Slender scratchdaisy is a compact annual wildflower that produces small daisy-like blooms from summer through fall. This drought-tolerant native grows in a neat, low mound and requires minimal care once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Slender Scratchdaisy 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.

Annual nature requires replanting yearly
Can appear sparse or weedy in formal settings
Small flowers may not provide desired visual impact

Wildlife value

The long blooming period provides nectar for bees and butterflies throughout the growing season. Small native bees particularly benefit from the extended flower availability.

Common questions

How much sun does Slender Scratchdaisy need?: Slender Scratchdaisy grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Slender Scratchdaisy bloom?: Slender Scratchdaisy blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.
Where is Slender Scratchdaisy native?: Slender Scratchdaisy (Croptilon divaricatum) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 7 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Slender Scratchdaisy attract?: Slender Scratchdaisy draws bees and butterflies.
Is Slender Scratchdaisy HOA-friendly?: Slender Scratchdaisy 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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