Sheep's-bit (Jasione montana)
Jasione montana, or Sheepbit, is an herb native to Europe. It features blue, thimble-like flowers from late spring to late summer. Thrives in full sun to partial shade an
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
Soil
Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, acidic to neutral soil.
Temperature
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures, typically hardy in temperate zones (USDA 4-8). Tolerates light frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally does not require fertilizer, as it thrives in poor to moderately fertile soils. Over-fertilization can reduce flowering.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, acidic to neutral soil.
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures, typically hardy in temperate zones (USDA 4-8). Tolerates light frost.
Outdoor
Generally does not require fertilizer, as it thrives in poor to moderately fertile soils. Over-fertilization can reduce flowering.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Plant Height
10-60 cm
Spread
15-30 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1.5-2.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyCampanulaceae
- genusJasione
- speciesJasione montana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
No known toxicity to humans or pets.