Caragana manshurica

Caragana manshurica

Native to:
China, Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Caragana
Species:
Caragana manshurica
USDA Symbol:
CAMA60

Growth Characteristics

Height:
200 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals, pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fall Color:
yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to regions with seasonal droughts

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Scarification by hot water soak or mechanical abrasion improves germination rates. Seeds germinate best at warm temperatures after cold stratification.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI