Clarkia

Species- Elegant Salmon

DAYS TO GERMINATION:
5-10 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C)

SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow 4 weeks before planting out. Lightly cover seeds with 1/16" soil. Harden off seedlings before planting out after last frost. Direct seed - As soon as the soil can be worked. Gently press seeds into soil, covering with 1/16" soil. Keep soil surface moist until emergence. Thin to 6-12" once seedlings have first true leaves. After germination, plants prefer cool growing conditions. Seedlings are best grown at 60–65°F (16–18°C) day temperatures/50°F (10°C) nights; should not exceed 75°F (21°C). High temperatures during plant development can cause weak, spindly stems.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun. Tolerates part shade.

PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies depending on variety.

PLANT SPACING:
6-12".

HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.

STEM LENGTH:
12-34".

VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.

HARVEST:
Clarkia unguiculata:
Harvest stems when the lower set of blooms is just beginning to open. Older blooms will drop off the stem within about 5 days. Unopened buds on the stem will continue to open up in the vase.
Clarkia amoena:
When first flower on the stem opens.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average, well drained soil.

USES:
Cut flowers, pollinator gardens, and border plant.

TIPS:
Plants may benefit from a horizontal trellis / support.

SCIENTIFIC NAMES:
Clarkia unguiculata, Clarkia amoena

ALTERNATE NAMES:
Clarkia unguiculata:
Mountain garland, elegant clarkia.
Clarkia amoena:
Godetia, farewell to spring, satin flower.