Hieracium canadense (Canadian Hawkweed, Narrowleaf or Northern Hawkweed)
Botanical Information
Family | Asteraceae |
Genus | Hieracium |
Species | canadense |
Category | Wildflowers & Weeds |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4a-8b |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 50-60 cm |
Spread | 30-40 cm |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
Propagation | Propagate by seed. |
Habitat | Native to much of the northern hemisphere. |
Leaf Description | Numerous alternate, toothed leaves on the stem; somewhat clasping; no basal rosette at flower time. |
Flower Description | Yellow; 1.5 - 2.5 cm; flower is similar to a dandelion only much smaller. |