Cynoglossum coeruleum subsp. johnstonii

Cynoglossum coeruleum subsp. johnstonii

Native to:
Angola | Cameroon | DR Congo | Ethiopia | Kenya | Malawi | Tanzania | Uganda

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Cynoglossum
Species:
Cynoglossum coeruleum subsp. johnstonii

Growth Characteristics

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
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 and benefit from cool temperatures around 15-18°C.

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