Water-blinks
Montia fontana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
high
Size
2"–8" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
CA, ID, MA, ME and 10 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Water-blinks is a tiny annual groundcover that forms low mats of small, succulent-like leaves. It produces clusters of minute white flowers from April through June and thrives in consistently moist to wet conditions.
In an HOA neighborhood
Water-blinks takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely small size makes it appear sparse or patchy
- Annual lifecycle creates gaps when plants die back
- Requires consistently wet soil conditions unusual for typical landscaping
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract bees and flies during spring and early summer blooming period.
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.
Does Water-blinks fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.