Clarkia amoena
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SATIN FLOWER, FAREWELL-TO-SPRING
syn. Godetia amoena
Family: Onagraceae
Geographic Origin
British Columbia, California, Oregon, Quebec, Washington.
Plant Group
Annuals.
Attributes
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Hardiness
Sunset zones: All (Western).
USDA zones: All.
Mature size
Height: 20-30 inches (50-76 cm).
Width: 12 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period
Spring and early summer.
Flowering attributes
Four pink petals with a dark violet spot in the center of each petal.
Leaf attributes
Linear to lance-shaped leaves.
Growth habit
Compact, sometimes sprawling.
Culture
Light
Sun or partial shade.
Soil
Well-drained soil.
Feeding
Not recommended.
Miscellaneous
Propagation Methods
Sow seeds in situ in spring or fall.
Rainy Side Notes
Clarkia is one of very few Northwest native annuals. Soil too fertile will result in more foliage and less flowers. They will self sow reliably and look best planted in mass.
Clarkia is an excellent bee plant.
Debra Teachout-Teashon
Photographed in author's garden.
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