Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Ballota

Species:

Ballota nigra subsp. kurdica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

80 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best with light exposure at temperatures around 20-25°C. May show variable germination rates.

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