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Clarkia purpurea

Western Clarkia

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This plant is native to western North America. This plant has thin reddish stems which may approach a yard in height and has a few lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are bowl-like and have four petals and come in shades of pink or purple or red.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple, Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.