This easy-to-grow perennial brings striking spotted leaves and bright summer flowers to your garden.
Bloody Hawkweed is a perennial herb that naturally grows in the rocky woodlands and open slopes of Europe. In a garden, it sits low to the ground as a cluster of leaves, eventually reaching heights between 0.2 and 0.5 meters. It makes an excellent companion for other hardy garden plants like Festuca glauca and Sedum.
Caring for this plant is very easy, making it a great choice for those new to gardening. It grows at a moderate pace in either full sun or partial shade and has very low watering needs. Since it is naturally drought-tolerant, it will easily survive dry spells without constant attention.
The plant gets its name from its distinctive green leaves, which are marked with dark, blood-like spots. In the summer, it produces bright yellow, dandelion-like flowers that attract bees and butterflies. It is also entirely safe to plant around the home, as it is non-toxic to both humans and pets.