Yellow Toadflax (Linaria Vulgaris) is a perennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Linaria vulgaris is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Plantaginaceae family, commonly known as yellow toadflax or butter-and-eggs, noted for its snapdragon-like yellow and orange flowers.

Yellow Toadflax

Yellow Toadflax

Linaria Vulgaris

Linaria vulgaris is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Plantaginaceae family, commonly known as yellow toadflax or butter-and-eggs, noted for its snapdragon-like yellow and orange flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Toadflax

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:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Linaria