Id-Code: AA 019
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Special Features: Very decorative, purple-colored, fern-like foliage and thornless flowers
History: Introduced by JELITTO PERENNIAL SEED in 2001
Natural Flowering Period: June - August
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z5-8
Growth Habit: Very low-growing mats
Foliage: Fern-like, purple-colored, feathery foliage
Height with Flower: 10 cm (4'')
Spacing between Plants: 30 cm (12'')
Soil Requirement: Well drained soils, pH 5.8 - 6.8
Location: Full sun or partial shade
Use: Plant together with Dianthus amurensis, Carex buchananii and Thymus 'Magic Carpet'
Specialities: Perfectly suited for planting in the crevices of paving stones or wall plantings

Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 seeds: 2,778
Seeds per Gram: 360
Seeding Recommendation: 5 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 2-3 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 128, 288
Germination: The sowing must be kept warm (about +18 to 22°C) (about 64 to 72°F) and moist for the first 2-4 weeks. After this period the sowing must be kept at a cold temperature (between -4 and +4°C) (between 25 and 39°F) for another 4-6 weeks. It is not so important if the temperature is higher of lower during the cooling period, but the cooling period has to be prolonged because the synthesis of the germination inducer, homonlike acid, slows down or comes to a standstill.
It is beneficial to cover the sowing with snow during the cooling period. After this cooling period the sowing may not be immediately exposed to high temperatures. The most effective temperatures are between +5 to 12°C (41 to 54°F), even if germination has started. The best location for this sowing, even in March, April and May, is open field, the cold frame or a cold greenhouse.
The directions above do not always show the best results. After the cooling-period this species need a longer time until germination starts. As some seeds do not germinate until the next year, it is important not to throw away the seed boxes too early.