Long's Northern Rockcress

Braya longii

Native to:
Canada
Long's Northern Rockcress

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Braya
Species:
Braya longii
USDA Symbol:
BRLO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
10 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, calcareous, well-drained soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to limestone barrens with sparse vegetation

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Requires light for germination. Seeds should be surface-sown on well-drained substrate.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI