Heirloom Cleome flowers, also known as Spider Flowers, are tall, striking blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This easy-to-grow heirloom variety is ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers. With vibrant, long-lasting flowers and minimal care requirements, Cleome adds vertical interest and enhances biodiversity in any home garden.
Features:
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Heirloom Cleome variety
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Produces tall, vibrant, long-lasting blooms
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Attracts pollinators and enhances garden biodiversity
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Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Height: 3–5 feet
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Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Preference: Well-draining garden soil
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Zones: USDA hardiness zones 9–11
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into moist, well-draining soil. Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 12–18 inches apart.
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Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared soil after the last frost. Cover lightly with soil and water gently.
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Care Tips: Maintain even soil moisture without overwatering. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.