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Clarkia tenella [maroon]

Also Known As

  • Clarkia tenella 'Maroon'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-11

Clarkia tenella [maroon] plant details

Clarkia tenella [maroon] is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clarkia tenella [maroon]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clarkia tenella [maroon]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cute Clarkia from Chile . It is quite nice. Small, bright maroon flowers are abundant on 1' spreading plants. Beautiful trailing over front of bed, in a mixed planting or trailing over edge of a container.

Gardening facts about Clarkia tenella [maroon] plant

How to Grow Clarkia tenella [maroon]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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