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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:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.