Sticky Tofieldia
Tofieldia glutinosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
GA
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Sticky tofieldia is a small native perennial that forms compact clumps of narrow, grass-like leaves. It produces delicate spikes of tiny white or greenish flowers from late spring through summer. This uncommon wetland plant is best suited for moist, shaded areas where it can naturalize quietly.
In an HOA neighborhood
Sticky Tofieldia 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.
- Very small and inconspicuous appearance
- Uncommon plant that HOAs may not recognize
- Can appear sparse or weedy in formal settings
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract various pollinators including native bees, beetles, and flies during its extended bloom period from May through July.
Common questions
- How much sun does Sticky Tofieldia need?
- Sticky Tofieldia grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Sticky Tofieldia bloom?
- Sticky Tofieldia blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Sticky Tofieldia native?
- Sticky Tofieldia (Tofieldia glutinosa) is native to GA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Sticky Tofieldia attract?
- Sticky Tofieldia draws bees, beetles, and flies.
- Is Sticky Tofieldia HOA-friendly?
- Sticky Tofieldia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
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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