Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Calystegia

Species:

Calystegia sepium subsp. baltica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, moths

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Scarification improves germination rates. Seeds have hard coat and benefit from nicking or soaking in warm water before cold stratification.

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