How much sun does Tansy Dogshade need?

Tansy Dogshade grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Tansy Dogshade bloom?

Tansy Dogshade blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Tansy Dogshade native?

Tansy Dogshade (Limnosciadium pinnatum) is native to AL, AR, IL, KS and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Tansy Dogshade attract?

Tansy Dogshade draws bees, beetles, and flies.

Is Tansy Dogshade HOA-friendly?

Tansy Dogshade takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Tansy Dogshade

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Limnosciadium pinnatum

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Tansy Dogshade (Limnosciadium pinnatum) 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

part sun

Water

medium

Size

6"–24" H × 3"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, IL, KS and 5 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles, flies

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Tansy dogshade is a compact native perennial with finely divided, feathery foliage that forms neat clumps. It produces small white flowers in flat-topped clusters during summer months and thrives in partial sun with moderate water needs.

In an HOA neighborhood

Tansy Dogshade 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 uncommon plant that HOAs may not recognize as intentional landscaping
Small stature may appear weedy rather than ornamental
Unknown leaf retention creates uncertainty about winter appearance

Wildlife value

This plant attracts a diverse range of pollinators including native bees, beetles, and flies during its summer blooming period. The small flowers in umbrella-like clusters provide easily accessible nectar and pollen for smaller beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Tansy Dogshade need?: Tansy Dogshade grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Tansy Dogshade bloom?: Tansy Dogshade blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Tansy Dogshade native?: Tansy Dogshade (Limnosciadium pinnatum) is native to AL, AR, IL, KS and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Tansy Dogshade attract?: Tansy Dogshade draws bees, beetles, and flies.
Is Tansy Dogshade HOA-friendly?: Tansy Dogshade 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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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