Water
Water Rough Hawkweed regularly during its growing season, especially in dry conditions. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Avoid waterlogged soil, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Sticky Hawkweed
Rough Hawkweed (Hieracium scabrum) is a perennial wildflower known for its yellow, dandelion-like flowers and hairy, rough leaves, often found in dry, open habitats.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water consistently, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, including cold winters. Protect from extreme heat.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding. Fertilize lightly in spring if growth is weak.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Rough Hawkweed regularly during its growing season, especially in dry conditions. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Avoid waterlogged soil, which can lead to root rot.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and prevent self-seeding if unwanted. Cut back the plant in late autumn to tidy its appearance for winter and remove any diseased foliage.
Rough Hawkweed can be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Seed can also be sown outdoors in autumn or early spring. It readily self-seeds, so manage its spread.
Repotting is generally not necessary for Rough Hawkweed, as it is often grown as a groundcover or in naturalized settings. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years in spring if root-bound, using a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Rough Hawkweed (Hieracium scabrum) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Hieracium |
| Species | Hieracium scabrum |
Similar in genus Hieracium
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