Hairy hawkbit
Leontodon saxatilis
Hairy hawkbit is a low-growing perennial wildflower with dandelion-like yellow blooms that provide an important early nectar source for bees and butterflies. It thrives in poor, well-drained soils in meadows, lawns, or rockeries and requires very little care once established. This plant is an excellent choice for naturalistic or wildflower garden settings.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days; Rainfall Usually Sufficient When Established • Light Watering Until Soil Is Barely Moist; Highly Tolerant Of Dry Conditions Once Established
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 10, 2022 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)
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