Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Vibrant mixed-color
Growth Habit
Upright / bushy
Bloom Season
Summer to early autumn
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Surface sowing
Plant Type
Flowering ornamental
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
24–36 in
Light Requirement
Full sun / Partial shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Half-hardy / annual
Container Garden
Excellent
Plant Spacing
12–18 in
Planting Depth
Surface / lightly pressed
Growing Conditions
Well-draining soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Cleome different from compact bedding flowers?
What makes Cleome different from compact bedding flowers?
Tall stems and airy flower clusters create vertical structure while adding movement to mixed borders.
Can it provide height without blocking nearby plants?
Can it provide height without blocking nearby plants?
Yes. Open branching growth allows neighboring flowers to remain visible while adding height.
Which flowers complement mixed cleomes?
Which flowers complement mixed cleomes?
Cosmos, zinnias, rudbeckias, and ornamental grasses create colorful summer displays.
Does it suit informal cottage gardens?
Does it suit informal cottage gardens?
Yes. Its relaxed growth habit blends naturally into cottage and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Can it be planted in large drifts?
Can it be planted in large drifts?
Yes. Mass planting creates an impressive display of colorful flower clusters.
Do butterflies visit the blooms?
Do butterflies visit the blooms?
The nectar-rich flowers may attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.