will adapt to most conditions, but thrives in sandy, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
7-10, but thrives in cooler climates
Bloom Time:
early to mid summer
Flower:
deep rose, purple, pink, red, white and salmon
Foliage:
green
Propagation:
seeds, self-sowing
Suggested Use:
beds, borders, cut flowers, and rock gardens
Growing Hints:
In western zones, sow seeds in fall during the rainy season. In eastern zones, sow seeds in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Clarkia doesn't transplant well and should be sown in the location where you want it to grow. Clarkia will adapt to poor soil conditions. Soil that is too nutrient rich will produce lush foliage but inhibit flowering.
Interesting Facts:
Clarkia was named for Captain William Clark, the famous German botanist who explored the American frontier with Meriwether Lewis. Clarkia was one of the first flowers documented as they crossed the Louisiana Purchase.
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