Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Onagraceae

Genus:

Clarkia

Species:

Clarkia speciosa subsp. nitens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily with cool temperatures and adequate moisture. Plant in fall for spring germination or stratify briefly if spring sowing.

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