Ruby Chalice Clarkia
Clarkia rubicunda
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Onagraceae
- Genus:
- Clarkia
- Species:
- Clarkia rubicunda
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 3-4 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- pink
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal scrub and chaparral habitats
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seeds are collected between July 15th and September 15th. C. rubicunda is found in coastal scrub and evergreen forests from southern Marin county to Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties, California.
Source: npn.rngr.net