Small's Ragwort
Packera anonyma
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AL, AR, CT, FL and 13 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Small's ragwort is a low-growing native wildflower that produces cheerful yellow daisy-like blooms from March through May. This compact perennial works well as groundcover or in mixed plantings, typically staying under 2 feet tall with a neat, clumping growth habit.
In an HOA neighborhood
Small's Ragwort 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.
- Common name contains 'ragwort' which sounds weedy
- May look sparse or untidy when not in bloom
- Unknown leaf retention creates uncertainty about year-round appearance
Wildlife value
The bright yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during spring bloom season. This native plant provides important early-season nectar when few other flowers are available.
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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