Oxytropis, Juniper Locoweed, Mountain Oxytrope 'Juniperina'

Oxytropisoreophila

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Oxytropis (ok-SEE-troh-pus)
Species
oreophila (or-ee-oh-FY-luh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Lavender
Medium Purple
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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