Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Chionocharis

Species:

Chionocharis hookeri

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

blue, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2–3 months; sow in well-drained alpine mix.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash