
Cleome hassleriana Rose Queen
Spider Flower
Description
Cleome hassleriana 'Rose Queen' is a striking annual flowering plant, known for its tall, elegant growth and beautiful, rose-pink blooms. This plant, commonly called the Spider Flower, is a fast grower reaching heights of up to 5 feet, adding vertical interest to gardens and landscapes. Its unique flowers resemble delicate spiders with long, prominent stamens that attract butterflies and other pollinators. The foliage is a vibrant green, providing a lovely backdrop to the showy flowers. To cultivate 'Rose Queen' sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, in a location with full sun and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading will encourage continuous flowering throughout the summer.
Description
Cleome hassleriana 'Rose Queen' is a striking annual flowering plant, known for its tall, elegant growth and beautiful, rose-pink blooms. This plant, commonly called the Spider Flower, is a fast grower reaching heights of up to 5 feet, adding vertical interest to gardens and landscapes. Its unique flowers resemble delicate spiders with long, prominent stamens that attract butterflies and other pollinators. The foliage is a vibrant green, providing a lovely backdrop to the showy flowers. To cultivate 'Rose Queen' sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, in a location with full sun and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading will encourage continuous flowering throughout the summer.