Clarkia unguiculata Appleblossom

*New for 2026!

Common name: Garland flower or Farewell-to-Spring

Untreated seed; packed by volume so seed quantity is approximate. Available in two pack sizes: 

Gardener packet 325 seeds; Grower packet 1600 seeds.

Hardy annual. DTM 75-85.

Clarkia is typically considered a cottage garden plant, but it is also excellent for cut flowers. This particular variety is has blooms of soft blush pink which is a very desirable colour. 

Sow Feb-May or Aug-Sept to overwinter for flowers the following year. Sowing temp 15-18°C. Surface sow as light aids germination which takes 10-14 days in optimum conditions. Plants establish easily from direct sowing. Will tolerate light shade, but plant in a sunny position for the best flowers.

Cut when the first few blooms begin to open lower down the stem; blooms continue to open up the stem in the vase. Place straight into water and move to a cool are; no special conditioning required. 

Vase life: 7-10 days