Coronilla minima

Coronilla minima

Native to:
Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Coronilla
Species:
Coronilla minima
USDA Symbol:
COMI12

Growth Characteristics

Height:
50 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, rocky or sandy soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
thrives in calcareous soils

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Scarification of hard seed coat improves germination. Seeds may benefit from soaking in warm water before sowing.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 4C for 3 weeks, then place @ 20C. Requires scarification. | Requires soaking 24-48 hrs; discard floaters.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society