Cerinthe minor subsp. auriculata

Cerinthe minor subsp. auriculata

Native to:
France | Greece | Iran | Iraq | Italy | Lebanon-Syria | North Caucasus | NW. Balkan Pen. | Sicilia | Transcaucasus | Türkiye | Türkiye-in-Europe

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Cerinthe
Species:
Cerinthe minor subsp. auriculata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
yellow, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at 15-20°C. Light not required for germination. Can self-sow in suitable conditions.

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