Also known as Barba Di Becco · Goat's-Beard · Goatsbeard
Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon (Tragopogon pratensis) is a biennial herb with bright yellow flowers that close at noon. It's a common wildflower found in meadows and grasslands.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Thrives in temperate climates. Tolerates a range of temperatures, with best growth in mild conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Not a heavy feeder; usually sufficient with good soil. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry spells. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Tragopogon pratensis prefers well-drained soil and dislikes waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Pruning is generally not necessary for Tragopogon pratensis. Deadheading can prevent self-seeding if desired, especially in garden settings.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to tidy the appearance and manage seed dispersal, but allow some to mature if naturalization is intended.
Propagate primarily through seeds sown directly outdoors in autumn or early spring. Seeds benefit from a period of cold stratification.
While vegetative propagation is possible, it is less common and more challenging than seed propagation for this species.
Repotting is rarely needed for Tragopogon pratensis as it is typically grown as an annual or short-lived perennial from seed. If transplanting seedlings, handle the roots with care to minimize disturbance.
Established plants are best left undisturbed in their preferred location.
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Where Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon (Tragopogon pratensis) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Tragopogon |
| Species | Tragopogon pratensis |
Similar in genus Tragopogon
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