Spider-flower with whisker-like stamens and airy blooms. Tall, dramatic annual that self-sows freely.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 2-11
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 3-5'
- Bloom Colors
- PinkPurpleWhite
✿ Pollinator Friendly✂ Cut Flower△ Deer Resistant
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About This Name
Cleome hassleriana is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Cleome unambiguously. The genus Cleome places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Cleome, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Cleome hassleriana will give you the most precise results.