Cleome chilensis

Cleome chilensis

Native to:
Chile | Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cleomaceae
Genus:
Cleome
Species:
Cleome chilensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–14 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily with warmth and light. Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 4-6 weeks before.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months * needs oscillating temperatures

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society