Sparkler 2.0 Purple Cleome is a stunning summer-to-fall bloomer that brings vertical drama and spider-like purple flowers to gardens across hardiness zones 2 through 11. This cultivar reaches a tidy 3 feet tall and 18 inches wide, making it substantial enough to anchor a bed without overwhelming smaller perennials. From seed to first bloom takes roughly 84 days, so you'll see flowers from mid-summer straight through the first frost. Low water needs and genuine drought tolerance mean once established, this cleome largely fends for itself, while its ability to draw pollinators and resist deer browsing makes it a workhorse for gardeners seeking low-maintenance beauty.
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Sparkler 2.0 Purple Cleome blooms reliably from June through November in most climates, offering an unusually long season of airy, delicate purple flowers that seem to float above the foliage. The plant thrives in full sun with minimal water once established, making it exceptionally forgiving during dry spells. Deer leave it alone, and butterflies and other pollinators can't resist it, so you get both garden peace and pollinator activity without constant fussing.
Sparkler 2.0 Purple Cleome is grown as a flowering ornamental for garden beds, borders, and cottage-style plantings. The delicate, spidery flowers and long bloom season make it popular for cutting arrangements, and its pollinator magnetism brings it into ecological and wildlife gardening contexts where supporting bees and butterflies is a priority.
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Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date. Surface sow and press seeds in lightly, then apply a light sprinkling of vermiculite over the top. Keep daytime temperatures at 75°F and nighttime temperatures at 70°F. Seeds germinate in 7 to 14 days. Transplant outdoors after the last frost has passed.
Move seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Space plants 2 inches apart in their permanent location.
Direct sow seeds after the last frost date in your area. Surface sow and press in lightly so seeds make contact with soil, then keep the seeded area lightly misted until germination occurs in 7 to 14 days.
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