Botta's clarkia (Clarkia bottae)

Botta's clarkia

Also known as: Punchbowl godetia

Botta's clarkia is a wildflower with a delicate appeal, featuring a display of soft-pink to lavender petals, often with a punch of vibrant magenta at the core. This annual blooms in the spring to early summer, thriving in the open, sun-splashed meadows and slopes of its native California. Its narrow leaves and erect, slender stems create a whimsical silhouette, with flowers clustered at the tips, like nature's own bouquet.

Scientific classification

Species

Botta's clarkia (Clarkia bottae)

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Herb

Plant Type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Botta's clarkia

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Botta's clarkia features striking pink to purple flowers. Prune in early to late spring, removing dead stems and trimming leggy growth for shape and density. Light pruning improves airflow and reduces pests, enhancing blooms. Consult sources like the Royal Horticultural Society for seasonal care tips.

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