Androsace hedreantha

Androsace hedreantha

Native to:
Albania | Bulgaria | Greece | NW. Balkan Pen.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Primulaceae
Genus:
Androsace
Species:
Androsace hedreantha

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
5 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
pink, white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Requires light for germination. Seeds are very small and should be surface-sown on gritty substrate.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Expose to fluctuating outdoor winter temps incl. freezing for 3 months. Increase light/temp in spring.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society