Rough Hawkbit (Leontodon hispidus) is a native UK perennial wildflower that resembles a small dandelion, with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers held on slender, upright stems. It brings subtle charm and ecological value to grasslands, wildflower meadows, and roadside verges. Its long flowering period and nectar-rich blooms make it a valuable food source for pollinators, especially bees and butterflies.

Thriving in dry, neutral to calcareous soils, Rough Hawkbit prefers full sun and is well suited to free-draining meadows, banks, and species-rich grassland restoration projects. Its delicate structure adds texture and biodiversity to wildflower planting schemes.

Features & Benefits
Bright yellow, dandelion-like flowers
Long flowering season from early summer to autumn
Supports bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Native UK species ideal for meadows and verges
Performs well in dry, low-fertility soils

Latin Name:
Leontodon hispidus

Flowering Time:
June – September

Flowering Height:
30 – 50 cm

Life Cycle:
Perennial

Wildflower Seed Approximate Sowing Rate:
2.75kg per acre (6.8kg per hectare)

Sowing Times:
Spring (March – May) or Autumn (August – October)

How to Sow & Preparation
Site Selection: Choose an open, sunny location with well-drained, low-nutrient soil.
Ground Preparation: Remove existing vegetation and create a fine, level seedbed.
Sowing: Broadcast seed evenly across the area by hand or spreader.
Firming: Lightly tread or roll the soil to ensure seed-to-soil contact.
Aftercare: Water if necessary during dry spells; manage competing grass with occasional mowing.

About John Chambers Wildflower Seeds
John Chambers Wildflower Seeds has been a trusted supplier of native UK wildflower seeds for over 35 years. Known for its high-quality, locally sourced seed and outstanding customer service, John Chambers provides ecological solutions for landscape contractors, local authorities, and conservationists focused on creating sustainable, biodiverse landscapes.

Latin Name | Leontodon hispidus

Flowering Time | June – September

Flowering Height | 30 – 50 cm

Life Cycle | Perennial

Sowing Rate | 2.75kg per acre (6.8kg per hectare)

Sowing Period | Spring (March–May) or Autumn (August–October)

Preferred Conditions | Dry, low-nutrient, well-drained soils in full sun

Pollinator Friendly | Yes, attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Minimum Order Quantity | 100g

Ideal For | Meadows, grasslands, roadside verges, species-rich grassland restoration