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Brittle spineflower

Chorizanthe brevicornu

Brittle spineflower
Photo: (c) Trevor Van Loon, some rights reserved (CC BY) · iNaturalist

About Brittle spineflower

Brittle spineflower is a charming California native that deserves a spot in your garden. This delicate annual herb produces clusters of tiny pink or white flowers that pollinators simply love. Butterflies and native bees visit the blooms throughout the growing season, making it a wonderful choice if you want to support local wildlife. The plants have an airy, cottage-garden feel that brings softness to any landscape.

Growing brittle spineflower is refreshingly simple. This annual thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, asking for very little once established. Water it occasionally until it gets going, then let nature take its do most of the work. It actually prefers drier conditions, so you won't need to fuss with it much. Try planting it from seed in fall or early spring, and watch it brighten your garden with minimal effort. You'll love how easy this native plant is to grow.

Native to 8 states