Knautia adriatica

Knautia adriatica

Native to:
NW. Balkan Pen.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caprifoliaceae
Genus:
Knautia
Species:
Knautia adriatica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
80 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
red, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; sow in spring or fall.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash