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

Hackelia micrantha is a perennial herb in the borage family, native to western North America, known for its erect stems and blue flowers with yellow or white markings.

Jessica Sticktight

Jessica Sticktight

Hackelia Micrantha

Hackelia micrantha is a perennial herb in the borage family, native to western North America, known for its erect stems and blue flowers with yellow or white markings.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Jessica Sticktight

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Hackelia