Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Thymelaeaceae

Genus:

Dirca

Species:

Dirca decipiens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

yellow

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 90–120 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 3-4 months; germination occurs in spring after temperatures warm.

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