Are Spider Flowers Perennials

Cleome, sometimes called spider flower, spider plant (not to be confused with Chlorophytum comosum), or grandfather’s whiskers, will typically reach a height of up to five feet, though dwarf cultivars exist. It is grown as an annual in most US growing zones, though it is perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 and 11.

Are spider flower poisonous?

This beautiful plant is also very heat- and drought-resistant. Beware: It’s quite poisonous, especially the seeds.

Is Cleome plant an annual or perennial?

Cleomes make striking, fast-growing annual hedges. Their thorns and dense foliage create an effective barrier, while prolific blooms create a pleasing mass of color. Add tall varieties to the back of an annual, perennial or mixed border for their long bloom periods and airy flower heads.