White Prickly Poppy
Argemone albiflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–72" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states
Pollinators
bees, nectar insects
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White Prickly Poppy is a tall annual wildflower that produces showy white papery blooms from spring through summer. Despite its common name, it's actually native to Texas and creates dramatic vertical interest in dry gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
White Prickly Poppy 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.
- Height exceeds typical HOA-friendly range
Wildlife value
The large white flowers attract bees and other nectar-seeking insects throughout its long blooming season from March to August.
Common questions
- How much sun does White Prickly Poppy need?
- White Prickly Poppy grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does White Prickly Poppy bloom?
- White Prickly Poppy blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
- Where is White Prickly Poppy native?
- White Prickly Poppy (Argemone albiflora) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does White Prickly Poppy attract?
- White Prickly Poppy draws bees and nectar insects.
- Is White Prickly Poppy HOA-friendly?
- White Prickly Poppy 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 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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