Cleome, Cherry Queen

Cleome, Cherry Queen (Cleome hassleriana): Bold Blooms for a Showstopping Garden Display

Cleome 'Cherry Queen' is a stunning annual that produces large, vivid cherry-pink flower clusters atop tall, sturdy stems. Growing 3-5 feet tall, this striking variety adds vertical interest and drama to flower beds, borders, and cottage gardens. Known for its spidery, exotic blooms, Cherry Queen attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a favorite in wildlife-friendly landscapes.

This easy-to-grow, heat-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, blooming from midsummer to fall. Its bold, long-lasting blooms make it perfect for cutting gardens and adding height to mixed borders.

For best results, start Cleome 'Cherry Queen' from seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly in the garden after the last frost date. Plant in full sun with good air circulation and space 12-18 inches apart to allow for its robust size. Regular deadheading will encourage continuous blooming, while its tolerance for heat and drought makes it low-maintenance once established.