How much sun does Spreading Fleabane need?

Spreading Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Spreading Fleabane bloom?

Spreading Fleabane blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Spreading Fleabane native?

Spreading Fleabane (Erigeron divergens) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Spreading Fleabane attract?

Spreading Fleabane draws bees and butterflies.

Is Spreading Fleabane HOA-friendly?

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

Spreading Fleabane

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Erigeron divergens

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Spreading Fleabane (Erigeron divergens) 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"–18" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Northwestern Forested Mountains Sierra Nevada Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains Central California Valley Southern California Mountains North American Deserts Central Basin and Range Mojave Basin and Range Southern Rockies Arizona/New Mexico Mountains Chihuahuan Deserts High Plains Southwestern Tablelands Northwestern Glaciated Plains Northwestern Great Plains Madrean Archipelago Sonoran Basin and Range Southern California/Northern Baja Coast

Spreading fleabane is a low-growing native wildflower that produces masses of small white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from June through September. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat clumps and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Spreading Fleabane is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Small flowers may appear weedy to some
Winter appearance when dormant could look untidy

Wildlife value

The abundant small flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the long blooming season. Seeds provide food for birds in fall and winter.

Common questions

How much sun does Spreading Fleabane need?: Spreading Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Spreading Fleabane bloom?: Spreading Fleabane blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Spreading Fleabane native?: Spreading Fleabane (Erigeron divergens) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 12 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Spreading Fleabane attract?: Spreading Fleabane draws bees and butterflies.
Is Spreading Fleabane HOA-friendly?: Spreading Fleabane 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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