Cleome hassleriana

If you are looking to grow something a little unusual, it is worth having a go at growing Cleome, sometimes known as the ‘Spider Plant’

The genus Cleome encompasses about 170 herbaceous annual or perrenial plants. A common garden variety is Cleome hassleriana.

• Cleome’s can grow quite tall, upto 4 feet in some cases. It has attractive spider shaped leaves and after flowering leaves seed pots streched out horizontally. The flowering season can last for 2-3 months.
• In the beginning they are susceptible to the usual pests like slugs and snails and will need protection. Once established Cleomes can reproduce at a quick rate.
• They may need staking as they become susceptible to windy conditions.

Cleome Seeds Online

• Cleome seeds at Unwins