Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cleomaceae

Genus:

Cleome

Species:

Cleome uncifera subsp. microphylla

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily with warm temperatures and adequate moisture; no special treatment typically required.

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