Rock Fumewort

Pseudofumaria lutea

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fumariaceae
Genus:
Pseudofumaria
Species:
Pseudofumaria lutea
USDA Symbol:
PSLU2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers calcareous soils in native habitats

Propagation & Germination

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow immediately, Either the viability of these seeds is short or the species propagates best with fresh seed. Stored seed might be coaxed into germination with temperature cycling and patience. Sow at 20°C for 6 weeks, then place @ 4°C for 6 weeks, then slowly raise temperature to 10°C for 6 weeks. If there is no germination, repeat the cycle. Requires light or the seed is very fine. Surface sow and expose to light. * 4°C x 2 weeks then 10°C; germination impaired by dry storage

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society