Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Colobanthus

Species:

Colobanthus apetalus var. apetalus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

5 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

green

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

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. Cold stratification mimics natural winter conditions in arctic-alpine environment.

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