Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Spergularia

Species:

Spergularia bocconii

USDA Symbol:

SPBO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

25 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, alkaline, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

7.0 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in coastal habitats

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI