How much sun does Western Fleabane need?

Western Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Western Fleabane bloom?

Western Fleabane blooms in May, June, July, and August.

Where is Western Fleabane native?

Western Fleabane (Erigeron bellidiastrum) is native to AZ, CO, KS, MT and 7 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Western Fleabane attract?

Western Fleabane draws bees and butterflies.

Is Western Fleabane HOA-friendly?

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

Western Fleabane

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Erigeron bellidiastrum

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CO, KS, MT and 7 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Western fleabane is a compact native perennial that produces small daisy-like flowers from May through August. This low-growing wildflower forms neat clumps and tolerates drought well once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Western Fleabane 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.

Small wildflower appearance may be considered weedy
Unknown dormant season appearance creates uncertainty
Name includes 'fleabane' which sounds undesirable

Wildlife value

The abundant small flowers attract various bees and butterflies throughout the long blooming season. Its extended bloom period provides consistent nectar from late spring through summer.

Common questions

How much sun does Western Fleabane need?: Western Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Western Fleabane bloom?: Western Fleabane blooms in May, June, July, and August.
Where is Western Fleabane native?: Western Fleabane (Erigeron bellidiastrum) is native to AZ, CO, KS, MT and 7 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Western Fleabane attract?: Western Fleabane draws bees and butterflies.
Is Western Fleabane HOA-friendly?: Western Fleabane 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 vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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