How much sun does Woolly Ragwort need?

Woolly Ragwort grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Woolly Ragwort bloom?

Woolly Ragwort blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Woolly Ragwort native?

Woolly Ragwort (Packera tomentosa) is native to AL, AR, DE, FL and 10 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Woolly Ragwort attract?

Woolly Ragwort draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.

Is Woolly Ragwort HOA-friendly?

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

Woolly Ragwort

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Packera tomentosa

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Woolly Ragwort (Packera tomentosa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–24" H × 8"–16" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AL, AR, DE, FL and 10 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, beetles

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Woolly ragwort is a low-growing native wildflower that produces cheerful yellow daisy-like blooms from April through June. This compact perennial forms neat clumps with soft, fuzzy leaves and thrives in partial sun with moderate watering needs.

In an HOA neighborhood

Woolly Ragwort 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.

Looks weedy and unkempt when dormant in winter
Small wildflower appearance may not meet formal landscape standards
Spreads in informal patches rather than defined borders

Wildlife value

The bright yellow flowers attract a variety of pollinators including native bees, butterflies, and beetles during its extended spring blooming period.

Common questions

How much sun does Woolly Ragwort need?: Woolly Ragwort grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Woolly Ragwort bloom?: Woolly Ragwort blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Woolly Ragwort native?: Woolly Ragwort (Packera tomentosa) is native to AL, AR, DE, FL and 10 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Woolly Ragwort attract?: Woolly Ragwort draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
Is Woolly Ragwort HOA-friendly?: Woolly Ragwort 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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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