Spider Flower 'Helen Campbell'

Spider Flower is a dramatic and exotic annual that adds a touch of the tropics to UK gardens. Its tall, architectural stems are topped with intricate, spidery flowers boasting prominent stamens, in shades of pink, purple, and white. Though half-hardy, it's typically grown as an annual, sown indoors in early spring for flowering from mid-summer until the first frosts. Cleome thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, appreciating consistent moisture. It's an excellent choice for adding height and an unusual texture to borders and can create a striking focal point in a sunny display. Its unique appearance makes it a real conversation starter.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained soil.

Hardiness: H3 — down to −5°C.

Flowering: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.