Cerastium ruderale

Cerastium ruderale

Native to:
North Caucasus | Transcaucasus

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Cerastium
Species:
Cerastium ruderale

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
pollinators

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Light aids germination. Seeds germinate best at cool temperatures in spring conditions.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society