Cleome hasslerana

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Description

This plant will grow 40" tall and has prickly, medium-green leaves and stems with wonderfully dainty, rose/pink flowers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.