Hungarian Widow Flower (Knautia Drymeja) is a perennial herb in the Caprifoliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Knautia drymeja is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its upright growth and distinctive flower heads, native to Central and Southeastern Europe.

Hungarian Widow Flower

Hungarian Widow Flower

Knautia Drymeja

Knautia drymeja is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its upright growth and distinctive flower heads, native to Central and Southeastern Europe.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hungarian Widow Flower

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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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Growth Hack

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Hungarian Widow Flower
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Taxonomy

Family:Caprifoliaceae
Genus:Knautia