Dracocephalum foetidum

Dracocephalum foetidum

Native to:
Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Dracocephalum
Species:
Dracocephalum foetidum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 14–30 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification; surface sow and keep moist.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society