Common Chickweed is a low-growing annual with small, white flowers. It is often found in gardens and disturbed soils.
Habitat
Grows in gardens, fields, and disturbed areas.
Diet
Pollinated by insects; seeds are eaten by birds.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Common Chickweed
The best time to see a Common Chickweed is February–April, when about 71% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 21,415 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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