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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:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.