Saxifraga cotyledon

Saxifraga cotyledon

Native to:
Austria | France | Iceland | Italy | Norway | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on moist, well-drained medium.

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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. Sow at 20°C for 6 weeks, then place @ 4°C for 6 weeks, then slowly raise temperature to 10°C for 6 weeks. If there is no germination, repeat the cycle. * keep all seed pots x 2 years

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society