Scorzoneroides autumnalis, commonly called autumn hawkbit, is a perennial plant species, widespread in its native range in Eurasia (from Europe east to western Siberia), and introduced in North America.The plant is sometimes called fall dandelion, because it is very similar to the common dandelion (one of the main differences being a branched stem with several capitula), but "yellow fields", covered by this plant appear much later than dandelions, towards the autumn in the Eastern Europe. In the Latin synonym of the plant name, Leontodon autumnalis,"leontodon" means "lion's tooth", the same as "dandelion".
Autumn hawkbit is fairly resistant to disease and generally does not tend to get ill. That said, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections are typically mild. As for care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned on a regular basis to preserve a tidy appearance and encourage healthy growth. Feeding it can also help stimulate flowering. Autumn hawkbit is well suited for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not require extensive care experience. It may need extra attention if grown indoors.
How to keep Leontodon Autumnalis.
Light
Autumn hawkbit is a sun-loving perennial herbaceous plant native to open habitats and commonly found in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
Autumn hawkbit can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may nevertheless be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It grows best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can raise the chances of Autumn hawkbit dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can improve the plant's survival rate.
Fertilizer
For Autumn hawkbit, the best time to apply fertilizer is in early spring when flower buds are developing. The proper fertilizer promotes stronger blooms and helps Autumn hawkbit produce attractive flowers. Fertilizing at this time ensures excellent flowering during the season and supplies energy for dormant growth periods.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Leontodon
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 40 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 30 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Fall
- Native Area
- Sweden, Austria, Slovakia, Montenegro, Slovenia, Croatia, Belarus, Russia, Germany, Iceland, Estonia, Romania, Latvia, Belgium, Moldova, Portugal, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, France, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Poland, Greece, Ukraine, Serbia, Lithuania, Norway, Italy, Kazakhstan, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, United Kingdom, Hungary
Other names.
