How much sun does Houndstongue Hawkweed need?

Houndstongue Hawkweed grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Houndstongue Hawkweed bloom?

Houndstongue Hawkweed blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Houndstongue Hawkweed native?

Houndstongue Hawkweed (Hieracium scouleri) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 4 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Houndstongue Hawkweed toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Houndstongue Hawkweed as toxic to livestock.

What pollinators does Houndstongue Hawkweed attract?

Houndstongue Hawkweed draws bees and beetles.

Is Houndstongue Hawkweed HOA-friendly?

Houndstongue Hawkweed takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Houndstongue Hawkweed

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Hieracium scouleri

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Houndstongue Hawkweed (Hieracium scouleri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Houndstongue Hawkweed as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

4"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

CA, ID, MT, NV and 4 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Hieracium scouleri is a compact native wildflower that produces bright yellow daisy-like blooms throughout the summer months. This drought-tolerant perennial forms small clumps and thrives in partial sun with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Houndstongue Hawkweed takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Hieracium species often considered weedy
May self-seed aggressively
Common name 'hawkweed' has negative associations

Wildlife value

The cheerful yellow flowers attract native bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. Its compact size makes it useful for supporting pollinators in smaller garden spaces.

Common questions

How much sun does Houndstongue Hawkweed need?: Houndstongue Hawkweed grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Houndstongue Hawkweed bloom?: Houndstongue Hawkweed blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Houndstongue Hawkweed native?: Houndstongue Hawkweed (Hieracium scouleri) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 4 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Houndstongue Hawkweed toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Houndstongue Hawkweed as toxic to livestock.
What pollinators does Houndstongue Hawkweed attract?: Houndstongue Hawkweed draws bees and beetles.
Is Houndstongue Hawkweed HOA-friendly?: Houndstongue Hawkweed takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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