San Francisco Wallflower
Erysimum franciscanum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Brassicaceae
- Genus:
- Erysimum
- Species:
- Erysimum franciscanum
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Biennial | Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Subshrub
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Yellow
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal areas with sandy soils
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Soak seeds for 3 hours in fresh water and stratify in peat moss for 2 weeks or until seeds begin to germinate.
Source: npn.rngr.net