Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Carlina

Species:

Carlina acanthifolia subsp. cynara

Growth Characteristics

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, cream, silvery-white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, other pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best with light exposure. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

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