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Five-Spot Nemophila

Nemophila Maculata

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Overview

Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower. It features a low, spreading habit, reaching 6-12 inches in height, with delicate cup-shaped blossoms. Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the name. Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for borders and as a ground cover, it blooms abundantly in spring.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflowerFive-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Ideal for borders and as a ground cover, it blooms abundantly in springFive-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist, well-drained soilFive-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the nameFive-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — scientifically known as Nemophila maculataFive-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — is an annual flowering plant native to California that brings a delicate charm to any garden landscape+38

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Hydrophyllaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — It features a low, spreading habit, reaching 6-12 inches in height, with delicate cup-shaped blossoms
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Ideal for borders and as a ground cover, it blooms abundantly in spring
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist, well-drained soil
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the name
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — scientifically known as Nemophila maculata
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — is an annual flowering plant native to California that brings a delicate charm to any garden landscape
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — This floriferous species is part of the Boraginaceae family and thrives best in USDA zones 3 through 9
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — The blossoms are particularly striking -- about 1 to 2 inches in diameter
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — they boast a bright white base with five distinct
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — It features lush, light green foliage that serves as a beautiful backdrop for its showy flowers
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — deep purple spots at the tips of each petal
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — They require well-drained soils with a high organic content to flourish
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — or as an eye-catching mass planting
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Regular watering is crucial to keep the soil consistently moist
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Its unique floral pattern and manageable growth habit make it a highlight in any informal garden setting
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — and its ability to attract butterflies adds an extra layer of dynamism to the landscape
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — annual with blue blooms
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — blue flowers in the garden
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — annual for full or half
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower; thriving in partial shade to full
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist, well-drained soil, image 25
Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the name; and its ability to

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