When Do Cleomes Come up?

Cleome inflorescence. Plants bloom from early summer until frost in a dense, 6-8 inch wide, ever-lengthening terminal inflorescence (a raceme).

Does Cleome come back every year?

Planting cleomes is often necessary only once, as this attractive annual flower re-seeds prolifically and returns year after year. Seed pods may be removed before bursting for use in planting cleomes in other areas of the flower bed and garden.

How long do cleomes take to grow?

Sow seeds thinly and cover with ¼ inch of soil. Firm soil lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings will emerge in 14-21 days.