Arenaria cerastioides

Arenaria cerastioides

Native to:
Algeria | Morocco | Spain | Tunisia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Arenaria
Species:
Arenaria cerastioides

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes
Lawn Substitute:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

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; surface sow on well-drained medium.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society