Sweet Hound's-tongue (Hackelia Suaveolens) is a annual herb in the Boraginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
An erect herb native to eastern and southern Australia, growing up to 50 cm tall with retrorse to spreading hairs on stems and basal leaves spathulate in shape.

Sweet Hound's-tongue
Hackelia Suaveolens
An erect herb native to eastern and southern Australia, growing up to 50 cm tall with retrorse to spreading hairs on stems and basal leaves spathulate in shape.
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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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