Utah Fendlerbush
Fendlerella utahensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, NM and 3 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Fendlerella utahensis is a compact native shrub that produces clusters of small white flowers from June through August. This drought-tolerant plant maintains a neat, rounded form and works well in water-wise landscapes.
In an HOA neighborhood
Utah Fendlerbush 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
The summer blooms attract bees and butterflies, providing nectar during the peak growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Utah Fendlerbush need?
- Utah Fendlerbush grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Utah Fendlerbush bloom?
- Utah Fendlerbush blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Utah Fendlerbush native?
- Utah Fendlerbush (Fendlerella utahensis) is native to AZ, CA, CO, NM and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Utah Fendlerbush attract?
- Utah Fendlerbush draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Utah Fendlerbush HOA-friendly?
- Utah Fendlerbush 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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