Red Spot Clarkia
Clarkia speciosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Red Spot Clarkia (Clarkia speciosa) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, 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
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Clarkia speciosa, known as farewell-to-spring, produces showy cup-shaped flowers in shades of pink, lavender, and white during late spring to early summer. This native annual grows in an upright form with slender stems and narrow leaves, creating a cheerful seasonal display in sunny gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Red Spot Clarkia is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only, front yard.
- Can look untidy after blooming
- May self-seed and appear less structured
- Best when planted in groups or containers for more formal appearance
Wildlife value
Attracts a variety of native bees and butterflies as a valuable nectar source during its bloom period. Small birds may also eat the seeds after flowering.
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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