• Close-up of an Arnica mollis (Hairy Arnica) flower, displaying bright yellow petals surrounding a golden center. The fine hairs on the flower buds and stems give the plant its characteristic soft texture.
  • A cluster of Arnica mollis (Hairy Arnica) flowers blooming in a rugged mountain habitat, nestled between weathered rocks. The bright yellow blooms stand out against the gray stone, highlighting the plant's adaptability to alpine conditions.
  • A thriving Arnica mollis (Hairy Arnica) plant growing in a rocky garden bed, with multiple yellow flowers on fuzzy green stems. The plant's broad, slightly hairy leaves contrast with the surrounding dry, gravelly soil.
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Arnica mollis - Hairy Arnica

Arnica mollis - Hairy Arnica

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Hairy Arnica is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. Its soft, hairy leaves help retain moisture, allowing it to thrive in dry, well-drained soils. The nectar-rich blooms support bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, while its seeds offer food for small birds and mammals.

Unlike some Arnica species that spread aggressively by rhizomes, Hairy Arnica forms tidy, non-invasive clumps, making it an excellent choice for urban gardens, naturalized borders, and pollinator-friendly plantings. The hairy, bitter-tasting foliage is generally avoided by deer, though occasional browsing may still occur in high-pressure areas.

How Easy Is This Plant to Grow?

Germination Difficulty: Beginner
Growing Difficulty: Beginner
Speed of Growth: Moderate
Age to First Bloom: 2-3

Plant Sizes & Blooming Window

Important Information - The "Plant Sizes" are provided as a general guideline for plant selection. The "Blooming Window" indicates the general period when the species is in bloom, not how long an individual plant will flower.

Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please scroll down to see the specific information for this plant.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 25

Light Conditions

  • Sun
  • Part Shade

Soil Conditions

  • Dry
  • Gravelly
  • Well Drained
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • 12" - 24"

Width

  • Under 12"
  • 12" - 24"

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • June
  • July
  • August

Vigorousness

  • Moderate

Deer Resistance

  • Moderate

Features

  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties
  • Toxic or Posionous Parts
  • Good in Containers

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Native to Canada, Hairy Arnica is found from BC to ON, up north in YT, and NT, as well as down the Rocky Mountains into the US. Often growing in cool, high-elevation environments like mountain meadows, open forests, and streambanks.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Arnica species have been traditionally valued for their medicinal properties, their leaves and flowers contain anti-inflammatory compounds used in salves and poultices to treat bruises, sprains, and sore muscles.

⚠️ Toxicity Note: Arnica species should only be used externally, as internal use can be toxic and may cause serious side effects.