Oxytropis altaica

Oxytropis altaica

Native to:
Kazakhstan | Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Oxytropis
Species:
Oxytropis altaica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
purple, blue, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification to break dormancy; germination occurs in spring.

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