Family: Cleomaceae
Genus: Cleome
(klee-OH-me) Species: serrulata (ser-yoo-LAY-tuh) Synonym:Atalanta serrulata Synonym:Cleome inornata Synonym:Cleome integrifolia Synonym:Peritoma angusta Synonym:Peritoma serrulata
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Category AnnualsWater Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingSun Exposure Full SunFoliage HerbaceousSucculent Foliage Color Chartreuse/YellowHeight 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)Spacing 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)Hardiness Not Applicable |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger N/ABloom Color PinkBloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Spring/Early SummerMid Summer Late Summer/Early Fall Other details May be a noxious weed or invasiveSoil pH requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; direct sow outdoors in fallFrom seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seedsProperly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |