Beaked Hawk's-beard (Crepis Vesicaria) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Crepis vesicaria is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, occasionally found in North America.

Beaked Hawk's-beard

Beaked Hawk's-beard

Crepis Vesicaria

Crepis vesicaria is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, occasionally found in North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Beaked Hawk's-beard

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Prune
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Repot
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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