Spiked Ipomopsis
Ipomopsis spicata
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Spiked Ipomopsis (Ipomopsis spicata) 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 × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CO, ID, KS, MT and 5 more states
Pollinators
hummingbirds, bees
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Ipomopsis spicata is a compact native perennial that forms neat clumps of fine-textured foliage topped with slender spikes of small tubular flowers. The blooms appear in summer and attract both hummingbirds and bees to the garden. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and requires minimal watering once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Spiked Ipomopsis 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
This plant provides excellent habitat value by attracting hummingbirds with its tubular flowers and supporting native bees during its summer bloom period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Spiked Ipomopsis need?
- Spiked Ipomopsis grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Spiked Ipomopsis bloom?
- Spiked Ipomopsis blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Spiked Ipomopsis native?
- Spiked Ipomopsis (Ipomopsis spicata) is native to CO, ID, KS, MT and 5 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Spiked Ipomopsis attract?
- Spiked Ipomopsis draws hummingbirds and bees.
- Is Spiked Ipomopsis HOA-friendly?
- Spiked Ipomopsis 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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