Also known as Ragwort · 46 saves
Packera
Packera, the genus most gardeners know as ragwort. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Packera varieties
Browse all 2 Packera varieties →
Species of Packera
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Packera in Sow
Save the Packera you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Packera questions
How many types of Packera are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Packera varieties. The most popular — ranked by 46 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Packera grow in?
Across its varieties, Packera covers USDA Zones 4–7. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Packera bloom?
Most Packera varieties bloom in early spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Packera should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.