Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Carlina

Species:

Carlina oligocephala subsp. oligocephala

Growth Characteristics

Height:

10 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white, cream, silvery

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

pollinators, seed-eating birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination. Alpine ecotypes may show temperature sensitivity and benefit from fluctuating temperatures.

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