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

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.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweet Hound's-tongue

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Expert Care Tips

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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