Quick answer: Rocky Mountain bee plant (Peritoma serrulata) is native to 26 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil | Well-drained, moist to dry, medium to sandy |
| Bloom | May-Sep |
| Height | Up to 32 in (to 6 ft) |
| Wildlife value | Seeds feed pocket mice/mourning doves/birds, larval host for checkered white butterflies, nectar source, highly deer resistant |
Northeastern/midwestern US populations are non-persistent waifs/garden escapes, not native there; tolerant of many soils/conditions which may contribute to spread beyond its native Rocky Mountain range
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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Where is Rocky Mountain bee plant native?
Rocky Mountain bee plant (Peritoma serrulata) is native to 26 states across the Northeast, Midwest, South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Rocky Mountain bee plant bloom?
Rocky Mountain bee plant blooms May-Sep. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Rocky Mountain bee plant need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Low. Soil: Well-drained, moist to dry, medium to sandy. Mature height: Up to 32 in (to 6 ft).
Is Rocky Mountain bee plant good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Seeds feed pocket mice/mourning doves/birds, larval host for checkered white butterflies, nectar source, highly deer resistant.
Is Rocky Mountain bee plant deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Rocky Mountain bee plant is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Rocky Mountain bee plant seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Peritoma serrulata on any listing.
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