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Also Known As: Satin Flower, Farewell-to-Spring

Botanical Name: Clarkia amoena

Pronunciation: KLARK-ee-a a-MEEN-a

Family Name: Onagraceae (evening-primrose)

Origin: western North and South America

Common Relatives: evening primrose, fuchsia

Introduction: Godetia's scientific name is in honor of Captain William Clark (1770-1838) of the Lewis and Clark expedition. A relative of evening primrose and fuchsia, this vivid beauty, also known as the Rocky Mountain garland flower, must have stopped the trekking Clark in his tracks. We can imagine hot lavender crepe paper petals and fuchsia center rising up from the sandy soil, momentarily captivating the intrepid explorer. In arrangements, it lasts up to 14 days.

Interesting Facts:

• Scientific name in honor of Captain William Clark (1770-1838) of the Lewis and Clark expedition. The specific epithet name amoena means charming or pleasing.
• Single and double flower forms available

• Flowers funnel-shaped to 2 inches across in clusters of 4-8 at stem ends
• plant is an annual, dicotyledon, leaves not parallel veined

Flower Color: white, pink, peach, rose, bicolors

Fragrance: none

Decorative Life: 10-14 days

Special Care Tips: Remove bottom leaves if present, recut stems under water and place into a fresh flower food solution.

Ethylene Sensitivity: yes, speeds opening