Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Swainsona

Species:

Swainsona thompsoniana

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Notes:

Seeds have hard seed coats and require scarification (e.g., nicking or hot water treatment) to improve germination.

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