Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Chimaphila

Species:

Chimaphila monticola subsp. monticola

Growth Characteristics

Height:

25 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds are very fine and require surface sowing with light. Often difficult to germinate; may benefit from fungal associations.

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