Native Habitat:
Seasonally wet meadows, vernal pools, and grassy lowlands in western North America, including the Willamette Valley. Prefers moist, well-drained soils that experience seasonal inundation.
 
Bloom Time:
April – June
 
Growth Habit & Mature Size:
Annual herb, 6–12 inches tall, with basal rosettes of finely divided leaves. Produces delicate, cup-shaped white to pale yellow flowers, often with a subtle fragrance.
 
Light & Soil Requirements:
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in moist, fertile soils. Tolerates seasonal wetness but prefers sites that dry moderately after winter.
 
Willamette Valley Native Companion Plants:
Camassia quamash, Achillea millefolium, Eriophyllum lanatum, Sidalcea campestris, Festuca roemeri.
 
Urban Garden Function:
Adds early-season color, delicate texture, and low-growing groundcover to urban meadows, rain gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Works well in layered native plantings, pollinator gardens, and seasonal wildflower displays.
 
Wildlife Supported:
Flowers attract native bees, small butterflies, and other pollinators. Foliage and basal mats provide shelter for insects and ground-dwelling invertebrates.
 
Historical Use:
Used by Indigenous peoples for minor ornamental purposes and valued in naturalized and habitat-focused garden plantings.