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Cleome

Botanical Name
Cleome hasselrana
Hardiness
Half hardy annual
Height
3 to 4 feet
Width
18 to 24 inches
Flowers
Summer to fall: white, pink, rose, purple
Light
Part to full sun
Soil
Moist
Planting & Care
  • Space plants 24 inches or more apart
  • More moisture results in taller plants
  • Drought tolerant
Problems
None serious
Varieties
  • Queen Series - 4', large flowers, all colors
  • Helen Campbell - white flowers
  • Sparkler Blush - AAS winner, compact, 3', pink flowers that mature to white
  • Inncleosr (Senorita Rosalita) - vigorous, prolific pink flowers, branching, 24-48"

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