Nodding Stickseed (Hackelia Deflexa) is a perennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hackelia deflexa is a herbaceous perennial native to northern North America, recognized for its distinctive nodding blue or white flowers and sticky burs.

Nodding Stickseed

Nodding Stickseed

Hackelia Deflexa

Hackelia deflexa is a herbaceous perennial native to northern North America, recognized for its distinctive nodding blue or white flowers and sticky burs.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nodding Stickseed

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Nodding Stickseed
Nodding Stickseed detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Hackelia