Fox-and-cubs, a plant with widespread cultivation, is native to major regions across Europe. Its presence extends to both native and introduced ranges, with a notable footprint on the North American and Oceanian continents. In specific areas of Asia, fox-and-cubs is thought to pose a potential ecological concern as it may have an impact on local ecosystems. The plant's growth across diverse climates speaks to its adaptability and appeal in horticulture, although care is taken to monitor its environmental influence in regions where it has been introduced.

Fox-and-cubs is native to Northern Europe, but it can be found all around the world due to its weed-like qualities. With bright orange daisy-like flowers, fox-and-cubs is known as a weed for its vigorous spread and growth, which can overtake other plants in your garden if you are not careful. Its ability to grow rapidly, and to reproduce both sexually via the production of an abundance of long-lived seeds, and vegetatively by creeping stolons, allows it to colonize new areas quickly, to the detriment of other plant species. If you choose to grow fox-and-cubs in your garden, look out for its characteristic bright orange flowers and woolly leaves, but also be prepared to regularly control the plant's growth to prevent it from overtaking your garden. The primary method by which fox-and-cubs spreads is through its seeds, which are dispersed by wind, helping it to colonize new areas quickly and efficiently.

The best time to remove or restrict fox-and-cubs is during the early spring, before it blooms and sets seed.