Clarkia rhomboidea (Diamond Clarkia) Seed Packet WW

A distinctly different, little clarkia. Its alternate common name of “diamond fairyfans” give you a sense of its dainty and unique floral display. A sweet, airy addition to your cottage, pollinator, wildflower, woodland, or rock gardens. Long, slender stems are dressed in multiple bright pink to lavender/purple blooms. Spoon-shaped petals are often speckled with darker shades of purple. Delicately delightful!

• Family: Onagraceae
• Per/Ann: Annual
• Sun/Shade: Best in full sun
• Zones: 5 to 9
• Bloomtime: summer Height: up to 2 ft
• Habitat: woodland and forest edges and openings, meadows and open areas. Often in dry, rocky habitats. Handles dry soils well.
• Stratification: very short- if any
• Planting depth: surface- do not cover
• Seeding rate:

        Broadcasting : approx 60 seeds/sq ft

        Small pots/Spots in situ: a small “pinch” per pot/spot

Can be fall or spring sown- but spring sowings are best done early as cool temperature may enhance germination. sowing in pots tends to produce sturdier, more robust plants.

Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): Yes