Hieracium eriopogon
Care, watering, light and tips for Hieracium eriopogon on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Hieracium eriopogon
Hieracium eriopogon, commonly known as Hawkweed, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its basal rosette of leaves and flowering stems bearing bright yellow flowers, often with a slightly woolly appearance (hence 'eriopogon' meaning 'woolly beard'). It is ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, and natural meadows where its flowers attract pollinators.
Native range
Mountainous regions of Central and Southern Europe
Care tips
It thrives in full sun to light partial shade for abundant flowering. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings, as it is quite drought-tolerant once established. It requires well-drained soil, preferably sandy or stony, and is not demanding regarding nutrients. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot, especially in heavy soils.
How to save a dying Hieracium eriopogon
- Warning signs
- Wilted or yellowing leaves, limp stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Repot into well-draining pot, water moderately, place in partial shade.
- What kills it
- Overwatering or waterlogging, which rots its roots.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the root is not too damaged and action is taken quickly.