Based on 1,020 research-grade iNaturalist flowering observations in Colorado, Purple Groundcherry blooms mainly from May to June, peaking in May. It ranks #7 among wildflowers recorded in the state in our data.
Quincula lobata
Purple Groundcherry in Colorado by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also in bloom in Colorado in May
Prairie Pasqueflower
American plum
Common Starlily
Bearberry
Creeping Mahonia
Field Bindweed
Saskatoon
Common Lilac
Places to look in Colorado
National ForestWhite River National Forest
Botanical GardenDenver Botanic Gardens
National ForestRio Grande National Forest
National ForestSan Juan National Forest
State ParkRoxborough State Park
State ParkMancos State Park
FAQ
When does Purple Groundcherry bloom in Colorado?
Mainly May–June, with the most records in May.
How common is Purple Groundcherry in Colorado?
It ranks #7 by number of iNaturalist flowering observations among wildflowers in Colorado (1,020 records in our sample).