Cleome 'Queen'

Scientific Name: Cleome hassleriana 'Queen'

Common Name: Cleome Queen

Exposure: Full sun

Blooming Time: Summer to fall

Bloom Duration: Several months

Fragrance: Mildly fragrant

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Tall plants with large, spider-like flower clusters in shades of pink, white, and purple

Spacing: 12-24 inches apart

Height: 3-5 feet

Width: 2-3 feet

Maintenance Requirements: Well-drained soil, moderate watering, minimal fertilization, deadheading to encourage continuous bloom, can reseed easily.