Woolly Goat Chicory
Agoseris apargioides
Last reviewed: June 2026

Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CA, OR, WA
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Woolly goat chicory is a compact native perennial that forms neat rosettes of gray-green fuzzy leaves. It produces bright yellow dandelion-like flowers from late spring through summer, adding cheerful color to dry sunny areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Woolly Goat Chicory 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.
- Resembles dandelions which HOAs typically prohibit
- May appear weedy to conventional landscaping standards
- Common name includes 'chicory' which has weed associations
Wildlife value
The abundant yellow blooms provide nectar for native bees and butterflies throughout the growing season. Seeds also feed small birds and wildlife.
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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