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Cleome is an annual flowering plant known for its tall, upright growth and distinctive blooms with long, protruding stamens. It adapts well to warm climates and performs reliably in garden beds, borders, and open landscapes with full sunlight. The plant tolerates a range of soil conditions as long as drainage is adequate and is often used for adding height and structure to seasonal plantings. Once established, it shows moderate tolerance to dry conditions and continues blooming through the warm growing season.
Features
- Tall, upright plant with open, airy growth habit
- Produces distinctive flowers with long stamens
- Suitable for warm climates and sunny locations
- Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils
- Performs well in borders and mixed garden beds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Cleome hassleriana
- Common Name (US): Spider Flower
- Seed Type / Variety: Annual flowering plant seed
- Growth Habit: Upright, branching annual
- USDA Zones: 2 to 11 (grown as annual)
- Planting Season: Spring
- Growing Season: Late spring to fall
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Sowing Season:
- Warm regions: February to April
- Cooler regions: March to May
- Germination Time and Conditions: 1 to 2 weeks in warm temperatures (18–24°C)
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
- Mature Plant Size: 90 to 150 cm height, 45 to 60 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm apart
