Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera

Also Known As

Clarkia purpurea quadrivulnera
Four Spotted Purple Clarkia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

1-11

Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera plant details

Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, native plant, rock garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A California native wildflower with stunningly shiny deep purple flowers. Normally found with spots, the color is so deep on this East Bay collected form that the spots are barely visible. The flowers are between 1/4” to 1/2”, but the color more than makes up for the size. Found in open grassy places from Baja to Washington. Thus it adapts well to sunny garden situations or pots. The plant itself gets to 18” tall (depending on the fertility of the soil) & has an upright habit. Like most other clarkias it is very easy to grow & will self-sow in open areas. Planted early in the ground it will not need to be watered, but planted late or in pots, it will need additional water to thrive.