Gunsight clarkia (Clarkia xantiana)

Gunsight clarkia

Gunsight clarkia is a captivating wildflower endemic to California's sandy environments. Its bright, funnel-shaped blooms exhibit a striking blend of pinks and lavenders, often accented by bold spots and prominent stamens that entice pollinators. This hardy annual thrives in arid conditions, its slender stems and narrow leaves well-adapted to the stresses of a Mediterranean climate.

Scientific classification

Species

Gunsight clarkia (Clarkia xantiana)

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Annual

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Gunsight clarkia

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Gunsight clarkia thrives with early to late spring pruning, focusing on removing dead stems and thinning for air circulation. This practice promotes bushier growth, enhances flowering, and prevents diseases, ensuring healthy regrowth and a tidy appearance.

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