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Hieracium maculatum 'Leopard'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 25 cm (6 - 10 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Hieracium maculatum 'Leopard' (spotted hawkweed) bears bright yellow blooms during early summer to mid summer. The foliage is medium orange and black in colour. A specimen plant, Hieracium maculatum 'Leopard' (spotted hawkweed) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Hieracium maculatum 'Leopard' . Hieracium maculatum 'Leopard' is tolerant of drought.