Shepherd's Purse (Capsella Bursa-pastoris) is a annual herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Capsella bursa-pastoris is a small annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the mustard family, known for its distinctive heart-shaped seed pods.

Shepherd's Purse

Shepherd's Purse

Capsella Bursa-pastoris

Capsella bursa-pastoris is a small annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the mustard family, known for its distinctive heart-shaped seed pods.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, self-seeding annual

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shepherd's Purse

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Capsella