How to tend a Clarkia pulchella

Also known as: Oenothera pulchella (Pursh) E.H.L.Krause, Clarkia elegans Poir., Godetia pulcherrima Greene, Clarkia integripetala S.O.Johnson, Clarkia pulcherrima Anon., Clarkia integripetala var. pulcherrima Anon., Clarkia pulchella var. marginata T.Moore, Clarkia pulchella var. integripetala J.Dix, Clarkia pulchella var. nana J.Carter ex J.Dix, Clarkia pulchella var. striata J.Carter ex J.Dix, Clarkia pulchella f. pulcherrima T.Moore

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, slightly resistant to half shade

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
United States
Category
Onagraceae, Clarkia
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period August-September, fruiting period August-September
Flower colors
purple red
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