White Milkwort
Polygala alba
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
WY
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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White milkwort is a compact native perennial that forms small clumps of slender stems topped with clusters of tiny white flowers. It blooms continuously from May through August, creating a delicate, airy appearance in the garden. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
White Milkwort 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 long blooming period provides nectar for bees and butterflies throughout most of the growing season. Its small size makes it particularly valuable for supporting smaller native pollinators.
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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