Clarkia amoena (Farewell to Spring)

This graceful member of the evening-primrose family may be Willamette Wildlings' most beautiful annual. This lovely plant is sometimes single stemmed, but more often is multi-branched. Pinching central leader will increase branching. Very showy with silky, large, soft pink petals which sometimes display a central fuscia-red spot. This species is the parent to the commercially available “godetia”. Family: Onagraceae Height: 2 to 3 ft. Bloom time: early-late summer Zones: 3b to 9b Sun/Shade: Sun Per/Ann: Annual Habitat: Moist meadows to open drier sites Stratification: short - if any. Cool temps may enhance germination. Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): Yes