Reseda scoparia

Reseda scoparia

Native to:
Canary Is.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Resedaceae
Genus:
Reseda
Species:
Reseda scoparia
USDA Symbol:
RESC2

Growth Characteristics

Height:
90 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers open sunny areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in warm conditions without pretreatment. Light may improve germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI