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Plant details
Once there were two distinct hardy annuals, clarkia and godetia, and although they looked very similar, gardeners could tell the difference and grew both. Now they have merged: they are all botanically called clarkia and the common name is godetia. This particular plant is the old Godetia grandiflora, a great favourite in Victorian times as a potplant as well as for planting in borders. The large, single flowers in rich salmon pink with white edges, are extravagantly frilled and nearly 5cm (2in) across. Sow in autumn for early flowers, and in spring and summer for succession.
Family: Onagraceae
Genus: Clarkia
Species: unguiculata
Cultivar: Sybil Sherwood
Plant type: Hardy annual
Flower colour: Salmon
Foliage colour: Dark green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil: Well-drained/light, Chalky/alkaline, Moist
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Beginner
Height: 60cm
Spread: 23cm
Time to plant seeds: September to May
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