Spider Flower
Cleome houtteana 'Purple Queen'
Capparaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Annual
Biocultural value
A single blossom often secretes nectar so abundantly that one drop is larger than a bee can carry in one load.
Location
Source of plant
Pinetree Garden Seeds
Description
4-6' tall, multi-branched plant produces whorls of pale pink to purple flowers at the top of the stems. Flowers have long protruding stamens, giving a spidery appearance.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
bee plant