Pygmy Hawk's-beard (Crepis Pygmaea) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Crepis pygmaea is a small perennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae, native to alpine and subalpine regions of Central and Southwestern Europe.

Pygmy Hawk's-beard

Pygmy Hawk's-beard

Crepis Pygmaea

Crepis pygmaea is a small perennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae, native to alpine and subalpine regions of Central and Southwestern Europe.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pygmy Hawk's-beard

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Repot
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Crepis