Texas Toadflax (Nuttallanthus Texanus) is a annual herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Nuttallanthus texanus is an annual to biennial herbaceous plant with slender, erect stems and delicate violet to pale blue flowers, native to much of the western United States.

Texas Toadflax

Texas Toadflax

Nuttallanthus Texanus

Nuttallanthus texanus is an annual to biennial herbaceous plant with slender, erect stems and delicate violet to pale blue flowers, native to much of the western United States.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Texas 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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Nuttallanthus