California Spectaclepod
Dithyrea californica
Family: Brassicaceae
California Spectaclepod grows in full sun and prefers desert sandy soil. Water needs: Low.
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How to Grow California Spectaclepod
California Spectaclepod growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun, soil conditions listed as Desert sandy soil with a soil pH of 7.0-8.5, and Low water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 8-11. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for California Spectaclepod as 7-21 days, with planting or establishment depth listed as 1/4 inch. Days to maturity are listed as 70-100 days.
Plant Overview
California Spectaclepod (Dithyrea californica) is listed in the Brassicaceae family and categorized as a herb with an annual life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.
- Plant ID
- PLT-3444
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Plant type
- Herb
- Life cycle
- Annual
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Growing Conditions
California Spectaclepod is listed for full sun conditions. Water needs are listed as low. The database soil reference is Desert sandy soil. The listed soil pH range is 7.0-8.5, and the listed hardiness range is 8-11.
- Hardiness zones
- 8-11
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Desert sandy soil
- Soil pH
- 7.0-8.5
- Water needs
- Low
Seed & Germination
For seed starting, the listed germination time is 7-21 days and the seed depth is 1/4 inch. The listed time to maturity is 70-100 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.
- Germination
- 7-21 days
- Seed depth
- 1/4 inch
Harvest & Propagation
- Days to maturity
- 70-100 days
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Growing Reference Note
Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.