Saxifraga callosa

Saxifraga callosa

Native to:
France | Italy | Sardegna | Sicilia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Saxifragaceae
Genus:
Saxifraga
Species:
Saxifraga callosa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
21–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification; surface sow on well-drained gritty mix.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

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. * keep all seed pots x 2 years

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society