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Cleome is a wonderful addition to the garden. It
is a no fuss plant that readily reseeds. We planted it the first
year and after that it took care of itself. If we get too much in
one area, we pull out what we don't want. If we want some in another
area, we simply transplant them. They transplant well when under
4-5" tall. They are sticky, like petunias, but do make beautiful,
if short lived, bouquets.
When the seed pods begin to form up and down the stem, below the flowers,
it's time to cut the plant back to encourage continued bloom. Cut
it back to the last seed pot. Within 2-3 weeks you will have a whole
new crop of blooms. To allow for seed production, do not cut back after
the middle of September.
This plant is an exception in our gardens. It is not long lasting in
bouquets, thought parts of the flower can be pressed, it's not great for
pressing and does not lend itself to hanging to dry. The fact that
it makes such a beautiful display for many months in the gardens makes
it worth the space.
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