
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Attractive foliage
GROWTH HABIT
Upright, bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Summer to Early Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated flower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Herbaceous flowering perennial
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
90–120 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 7–10
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
40–60 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Cleome arborea look different from low-growing flowers?
How does Cleome arborea look different from low-growing flowers?
Its upright, branching structure creates more vertical presence than compact ground-level flowering plants.
Where should Cleome arborea be positioned in a border?
Where should Cleome arborea be positioned in a border?
Its taller form can work toward the middle or rear of mixed borders, where it can rise above shorter companion plants.
Can Cleome arborea help fill vertical gaps in landscaping?
Can Cleome arborea help fill vertical gaps in landscaping?
Yes. Its upright growth can occupy vertical space between lower plants and taller background features.
What type of companion plants suit Cleome arborea?
What type of companion plants suit Cleome arborea?
Pair it with shorter, rounded, or spreading plants to create contrast in height and growth form.
Is Cleome arborea useful for informal garden designs?
Is Cleome arborea useful for informal garden designs?
Yes. Its ornamental, branching form can fit naturally into relaxed mixed borders and informal landscape arrangements.
Why avoid placing Cleome arborea in heavy clay soil?
Why avoid placing Cleome arborea in heavy clay soil?
Heavy clay can restrict drainage. A well-drained planting site is more appropriate for supporting healthy root development.