Cleome Mixture or Spider Flower Mixture Flower, 1817 Heirloom

Arrives around 3/12   The Seed Savers Exchange - (Cleome hassleriana) (aka Cleome) Introduced from the West Indies to England in 1817. Airy blossoms in a mix of rose, pink, purple, and white. Flowers are followed by narrow 4-5" intriguing seedpods which resemble spider legs. Moderately thorny stems. Very easy to maintain. Self-seeding, half-hardy annual, 3-4' tall.  Characteristics:  Self-seeding, half-hardy annual plants grow to 3-4 feet tall Pink, purple, and white flowers Thorny stems like a rose bush Great as a cut flower or in ornamental plantings 200+ Seeds per packet : Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Prefers rich soil. Tolerant of dry conditions. To avoid self-seeding, cut off flower heads before seeds open. May require staking. Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep Germination: 10-14 Days Thin: 18-24" Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade   Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability