Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Erysimum

Species:

Erysimum odoratum

USDA Symbol:

EROD2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Biennial | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky and sandy habitats

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 14–30 days

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at cool temperatures; light may improve germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI