Spotted Stickseed (Hackelia Patens) is a perennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hackelia patens is a perennial herbaceous plant in the borage family, native to western North America and commonly known as spotted stickseed.

Spotted Stickseed

Spotted Stickseed

Hackelia Patens

Hackelia patens is a perennial herbaceous plant in the borage family, native to western North America and commonly known as spotted stickseed.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spotted Stickseed

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:Boraginaceae
Genus:Hackelia