Western Clarkia

Clarkia Purpurea

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Overview

Western Clarkia (Clarkia purpurea) is a notable California native, flourishing in sunny spots and thriving in well-drained soil. This annual showcases delicate cup-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple spanning up to 1.5 inches wide. Reaching a modest height of up to 3 feet with a similar spread, it adds vibrant color and a wildflower charm to any garden space. Blooms appear late spring to summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Sun FullWater LowZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Western Clarkia (Clarkia purpurea) is a notable California native

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — flourishing in sunny spots and thriving in well-drained soil

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — This annual showcases delicate cup-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple spanning up to 1.5 inches wide

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Reaching a modest height of up to 3 feet with a similar spread

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — it adds vibrant color and a wildflower charm to any garden space

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Blooms appear late spring to summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — known scientifically as Clarkia purpurea

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Western Clarkia (Clarkia purpurea) is a notable California native

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — flourishing in sunny spots and thriving in well-drained soil

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — This annual showcases delicate cup-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple spanning up to 1.5 inches wide

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Reaching a modest height of up to 3 feet with a similar spread

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — it adds vibrant color and a wildflower charm to any garden space

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Blooms appear late spring to summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — known scientifically as Clarkia purpurea

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Often a staple in native and drought-tolerant gardens

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — is a charming and versatile annual wildflower native to the western United States

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — purpurea typically exhibit a striking range of colors

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — from deep purples to vibrant pinks

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — each blossom forming a cup shape with four distinct petals

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — The flowers are roughly 1-2 inches in diameter and are held aloft on slender

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — which can reach up to 2-3 feet in height and around 1 foot in spread

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