Cleome hasslerana
Spider Flower
Description
This plant will grow 40" tall and has prickly, medium-green leaves and stems with wonderfully dainty, rose/pink flowers.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Blue, Pink, Purple, White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.