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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: warm stratify for 30 days, cold stratify for 60 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Europe, Middle East
Native
Introduced

Fumana procumbens

Creeping Creosote Bush, Fumane, Rock-Rose, Sprawling Needle Sunrose

In Stock: 1.012 lb (Total:1.012lb)

  • Fumana procumbens

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Details

Germination:
91%
Germination test:
estimate
Purity:
98%
Seeds per lb:
172,629
Quantity:
1.01 lb
Collected in:
Hungary
Crop year:
1996
Min. hardiness zone:
5
Item ID:
685

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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: warm stratify for 30 days, cold stratify for 60 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Europe, Middle East
Native
Introduced
Discover the enchanting Fumana procumbens, commonly known as Creeping Creosote Bush or Sprawling Needle Sunrose, a captivating addition to any rock garden. This perennial subshrub, belonging to the Cistaceae family, is native to temperate regions of Europe and thrives in dry, sandy grasslands and calcareous scree. With its low-growing, spreading habit, it forms a lush, evergreen mat that adds unique texture to your garden. The plant is admired for its vibrant, golden yellow flowers, which bloom from May to July, and its needle-shaped, dark green foliage.

Fumana procumbens is perfectly suited for sunny, exposed spots, offering excellent drought resistance and minimal maintenance. It grows best in well-draining, calcareous soil, reaching a height of 9.5 inches and spreading up to 16 inches. This rare gem is frost-hardy in winter hardiness zones Z5 - Z8, making it an ideal choice for gardens across much of Europe. Relish the beauty of its solitary, star-like flowers that often showcase a darker golden spot at the base of each petal, adding an elegant touch to your landscape.

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