Hare-foot plantain
Plantago lagopus
Hare-foot plantain is a charming low-growing perennial with distinctive woolly, cylindrical flower spikes that resemble a hare's foot. It thrives in well-drained soils in partial shade to full sun and is quite easy to maintain once established. Like other plantains, it has a long history of medicinal use and makes an interesting addition to wildflower or herb gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing The Soil Surface To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 12, 2018 by Ferrando Josep (cc-by-sa)
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