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Clarkia amoena 'Aurora'

Also Known As

  • Aurora Farewell to Spring

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Clarkia amoena 'Aurora' plant details

Clarkia amoena 'Aurora' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer apricot flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clarkia amoena 'Aurora'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, native plant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clarkia amoena 'Aurora'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Totally drought tolerant once estab­lished, this absolutely stunning Clarkia bears boatloads of dazzling, peachy, cup-shaped flowers 3” across atop branching stems. Will bloom for 3 months with watering. Easily 3’ tall by 2’ around, it’s so carefree & bloomiferous you’ll feel like a “gardener extraordinaire” without any fuss or muss. Fabulous & very long lasting cut flowers. Tolerates poor, dry soil and thrives in average, well-drained soil. Gorgeous with Nemophila menziesii “Baby Blue Eyes”! Drought tolerant & self-sows!

Gardening facts about Clarkia amoena 'Aurora' plant

How to Grow Clarkia amoena 'Aurora'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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