Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Townsendia

Species:

Townsendia gypsophila

USDA Symbol:

TOGY

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

white, pink, lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, alkaline, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

7.0 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to gypsum-rich areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–28 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI