Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Boechera

Species:

Boechera perennans subsp. porphyrea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, native bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Light aids germination. Seeds benefit from cold moist stratification for consistent germination.

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