Eden Brothers Cleome Seeds
Best heat-tolerant annual for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly height.
These towering, spider-like blooms bring a dramatic splash of cherry red to the garden while shrugging off heat and pests with ease. You will need to commit to cold stratification to get them started, but the reward is a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly show that lasts well into autumn.
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Who it's for
- Landscapers needing reliable, long-blooming annuals for extended seasonal interest
- Gardeners seeking dramatic height and vibrant color for border backdrops
- Eco-conscious growers wanting low-maintenance plants that support local pollinators
Who should skip it
- Planners who prefer starting seeds indoors before moving to garden beds
- Low-effort gardeners wanting to avoid managing invasive self-seeding
- Sensitive gardeners who prefer handling plants without protective gloves
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Vibrant red blooms act as a magnet for bees and hummingbirds.
Heat Resilience
Thrives in sweltering summer temperatures where other flowers often wilt.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from snacking on your garden beds.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent color from early summer deep into the autumn season.
Drought Tolerance
Maintains structural integrity and health with minimal supplemental watering.
Germination Complexity
Requires cold stratification for the most consistent and successful sprout rates.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
36 to 60 inches
Bloom Season
Summer through Fall
Seed Type
Heirloom Seed, Open Pollinated Seed
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Plant Spacing
18 to 24 inches
Hardiness Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Days to Maturity
90 to 120 Days
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