Onosma simplicissima

Onosma simplicissima

Native to:
China | Kazakhstan | Russia | Ukraine

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Onosma
Species:
Onosma simplicissima

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
40 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate after cold stratification; sow in spring or fall.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled, 4°C x 1 month

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society