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San Francisco Wallflower | Erysimum franciscanum
$5.00
Erysimum franciscanum is a species of wallflower known by the common names Franciscan Wallflower and San Francisco Wallflower. Native and endemic to California, this uncommon coastal wildflower occurs in chaparral, coastal dunes, coastal scrub, valley and foothill grassland, and rocky or sandy sites at low elevations. It is especially associated with the San Francisco Bay Area and nearby coastal counties, where habitat loss has made it a plant of conservation interest.
This biennial to short-lived perennial produces upright stems with narrow green leaves and clusters of fragrant four-petaled flowers ranging from creamy white to yellow. A beautiful choice for native plant gardens, pollinator plantings, coastal gardens, rock gardens, and sunny well-drained slopes. Best grown in full sun with excellent drainage and occasional water once established. Sow in fall to early spring; surface sow or cover very lightly, as small seeds require light to break dormancy and germinate.
Height: 1–2 feet.
Optimum Soil Temperature for Germination: 55F–70F
Blooming Period: March–June.
Germination: 14–45 days
Sowing Depth: Surface sow–1/16"
Packet contains 50 organically grown seeds, untreated, non-gmo.