Is Marsh Hawk's-beard safe for pets?

Yes, Marsh Hawk's-beard (Crepis Paludosa) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Marsh Hawk's-beard easy to care for?

Marsh Hawk's-beard has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires high watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Marsh Hawk's-beard grow indoors?

Marsh Hawk's-beard is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Marsh Hawk's-beard (Crepis Paludosa) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Crepis paludosa is a perennial flowering plant in the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and parts of Asia.

Last updated: February 2026

Marsh Hawk's-beard

Crepis Paludosa

Crepis paludosa is a perennial flowering plant in the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and parts of Asia.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

High

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

4-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:pollinator support, groundcover in moist areas

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Marsh Hawk's-beard

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:Asteraceae

Genus:Crepis