When does Clarkia amoena bloom?

Clarkia amoena blooms from April through July, producing its most abundant flowers in late spring to early summer.

What pollinators visit Clarkia amoena?

Clarkia amoena attracts native bees and butterflies with its showy pink flowers and accessible nectar.

Where is Clarkia amoena native?

Clarkia amoena is native to the Pacific Coast states of California, Oregon, and Washington, where it grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

How much water does Clarkia amoena need?

Clarkia amoena is drought-tolerant and thrives with low to moderate water once established, making it well-suited to Mediterranean climates.

Is Godetia HOA-friendly?

Godetia is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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Clarkia amoena

Last reviewed: July 2026

Clarkia amoena is a native Pacific Coast wildflower producing showy pink cup-shaped blooms from April through July. This drought-tolerant annual thrives in California, Oregon, and Washington gardens with minimal water.

Godetia (Clarkia amoena) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CA, OR, WA

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Central California Valley

Clarkia amoena is a colorful native annual with cup-shaped pink to salmon flowers that bloom from spring into summer. It grows in an upright form with lance-shaped leaves and produces abundant blooms that create eye-catching displays. This drought-tolerant plant is easy to grow and self-seeds readily.

Growing Godetia

Grow Godetia in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall and spread 6 to 12 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

In an HOA neighborhood

Godetia is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

May look untidy after blooming if not deadheaded

Wildlife value

The showy blooms of Clarkia amoena are excellent nectar sources that attract native bees and butterflies. Its prolific flowering period provides valuable resources for pollinators during spring and early summer.

Common questions

When does Clarkia amoena bloom?: Clarkia amoena blooms from April through July, producing its most abundant flowers in late spring to early summer.
What pollinators visit Clarkia amoena?: Clarkia amoena attracts native bees and butterflies with its showy pink flowers and accessible nectar.
Where is Clarkia amoena native?: Clarkia amoena is native to the Pacific Coast states of California, Oregon, and Washington, where it grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
How much water does Clarkia amoena need?: Clarkia amoena is drought-tolerant and thrives with low to moderate water once established, making it well-suited to Mediterranean climates.
Is Godetia toxic to dogs?: Godetia is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is Godetia toxic to cats?: Godetia is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
Is Godetia HOA-friendly?: Godetia is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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