Soft greeneyes
Berlandiera pumila
Last reviewed: August 2026
Soft greeneyes (Berlandiera pumila) is a perennial forb native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states. It blooms in April, May, June, July, August, and September. The flowers draw bees and butterflies. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Toxicity unknown
Soft greeneyes (Berlandiera pumila) 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
8"–24" H × 8"–18" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Low mounding perennial forb with soft silvery-green textured leaves and cheerful yellow daisy-like flowers with green centers, held on slender stems above the foliage. Suits informal borders and rock gardens.
Growing Soft greeneyes
Grow Soft greeneyes in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 8 to 24 inches tall and spread 8 to 18 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Soft greeneyes is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- can reseed and spread in loose, well-drained soil
Wildlife value
Long bloom season provides steady nectar for bees and butterflies, and mature seed heads are eaten by songbirds.
Common questions
- How much sun does Soft greeneyes need?
- Soft greeneyes grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Soft greeneyes bloom?
- Soft greeneyes blooms in April, May, June, July, August, and September.
- Where is Soft greeneyes native?
- Soft greeneyes (Berlandiera pumila) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Soft greeneyes attract?
- Soft greeneyes draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Soft greeneyes HOA-friendly?
- Soft greeneyes is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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