Meadow Goat's Beard (Tragopogon Pratensis) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tragopogon pratensis is a biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its bright yellow flowers and grass-like leaves.

Meadow Goat's Beard

Meadow Goat's Beard

Tragopogon Pratensis

Tragopogon pratensis is a biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its bright yellow flowers and grass-like leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, wildlife attractant, naturalizing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Meadow Goat's Beard

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Tragopogon