Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Cerastium

Species:

Cerastium purpurascens subsp. parviflorum

Growth Characteristics

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Requires light for germination; seeds should be surface sown or lightly covered.

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