Catananche caespitosa

Catananche caespitosa

Native to:
Algeria | Morocco

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Catananche
Species:
Catananche caespitosa

Growth Characteristics

Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at 15-20°C without special treatment. Light aids germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society