Matthiola perennis

Matthiola perennis

Native to:
Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Matthiola
Species:
Matthiola perennis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
purple, pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in cool conditions; surface sow and keep moist.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society