{"title":"Annual Cleome","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"254\"\u003eGenus: Cleome\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"267\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleomaceae (Spiderflower Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spider Flower, Bee Plant\u003cbr data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"450\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eCleome\u003c\/strong\u003e species are upright, annual or perennial plants prized for their tall, spiky flower clusters composed of delicate, long stamens that resemble spider legs—hence the common name “spider flower.” Their blooms come in shades of pink, white, purple, and lavender, and they typically flower from mid-summer into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eThe plants often reach heights of 1 to 1.5 metres, with palmate leaves adding to their lush, textured appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eCleome thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"940\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and tolerates a variety of soil types, provided they are well-drained. They are drought-tolerant once established but appreciate occasional watering in dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eThese plants are generally low maintenance and can self-seed in the garden if allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eCleome flowers attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making them excellent for wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eTheir tall, airy form adds a light, whimsical texture to flower beds and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eSome gardeners appreciate Cleome’s ability to fill vertical space without heavy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eDespite their beauty, some people find the scent of Cleome flowers slightly musky or unpleasant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/annual-cleome.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}