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Clarkia Wildflower Seed

Clarkia - Clarkia Unguiculata
Clarkia Wildflower Seeds

Approximate seeds per pound: 1,587,573
Seeding rate: Plant clarkia wild flower seed at 1 pound per acre
Height: Up to 3 feet.
Flower Color: Fluffy pink to maroon flowers
Plant Type: Annual. Lives just one year. Grows quickly, blooms heavily, dies with first frost. Can regrow following spring if seed falls on bare ground.
Flower Type: Small fluffy flowers in leaf axils
Bloom Time: Mid-season
Is Clarkia invasive? No
Is Clarkia endangered? No
Is Clarkia edible? No
Is Clarkia medicinal? No
Regions: All regions of North America.
Zones: 3 - 10
Soil preference: Adaptable
Sun/Shade: Full sun to light shade
Moisture Requirements: Above average but well-drained.
Germination: 15 - 30 days
Optimum soil temperature for germination: 65F - 75F
Sowing depth: 1/16"

Clarkia has beautiful pastel flowers are easily grown from wild flower seeds across the United States. Originating in California this variety now produces an array of pink, salmon and hues of purple. Colors are most striking when planted in groups. This wildflower gets up to 3 feet tall and blooms from May through July. Tolerates a wide variety of soil conditions but does not like heavy clay. Sow wild flower seeds 1/16" deep once soil reaches at least 65 degrees. Keep moist until plants are established. Plant in groups and thin to 6 inches apart .

This annual will grow quickly, blooms heavily, and then dies with frost. Will reseed itself if wildflower seeds fall on to barren ground. Will grow in full sun to light shade in all regions of the U.S. Extremely easy to grow and actually prefers dry conditions, but is adaptable. Blooms in just 8 - 10 weeks after seeding.