Squarebud Daisy
Tetragonotheca texana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
TX
Pollinators
nectar insects
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Squarebud Daisy is a tall Texas native wildflower that produces bright yellow daisy-like blooms from spring through fall. This upright perennial forms clumps and provides consistent color in sunny gardens with minimal water needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Squarebud Daisy is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- May flop without support
- Best in less formal zones
Wildlife value
The long blooming season makes this an excellent nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects throughout most of the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Squarebud Daisy need?
- Squarebud Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Squarebud Daisy bloom?
- Squarebud Daisy blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Squarebud Daisy native?
- Squarebud Daisy (Tetragonotheca texana) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Squarebud Daisy attract?
- Squarebud Daisy draws nectar insects.
- Is Squarebud Daisy HOA-friendly?
- Squarebud Daisy is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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