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Produces delicate, cup-shaped flowers with a soft, silky appearance in a range of attractive colors.
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Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena, also known as farewell-to-spring) is a compact flowering annual admired for its silky, cup-shaped blooms in shades of pink, rose, red, and white. Its low-growing habit makes it suitable for flower beds, garden borders, containers, and cottage gardens. Dwarf Godetia grows best in cool weather with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Produces delicate, cup-shaped flowers with a soft, silky appearance in a range of attractive colors.
Dwarf varieties develop a shorter, bushier form suitable for containers, borders, and smaller garden spaces.
Performs well in cool growing conditions and can provide seasonal color in spring or early summer.
Adds attractive color to flower beds, cottage gardens, edging, and mixed ornamental plantings.
| Scientific Name | Clarkia amoena |
| Common Name | Dwarf Godetia; Farewell-to-Spring; Satin Flower |
| Plant Family | Onagraceae |
| Seed Type | Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Annual Flowering Plant |
| Growth Habit | Compact, upright, and branching |
| Flower Colors | Pink, rose, red, and white, depending on variety |
| Plant Height | Approximately 6–18 inches for many dwarf selections |
| Planting Season | Early spring in cool climates or autumn in suitable mild climates |
| Germination Time | Approximately 7–21 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 55–65°F (13–18°C) |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil |
| Watering | Keep soil lightly moist during establishment; avoid waterlogging |
| Blooming Season | Spring to early summer, depending on climate and sowing time |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 6–9 inches, depending on the variety |
| Uses | Flower Beds, Borders, Containers, and Cottage Gardens |
Dwarf Godetia brings silky, colorful blooms and compact growth to flower beds, borders, and containers. Sow during suitable cool weather and provide well-drained soil, adequate sunlight, and consistent moisture to encourage healthy plants and attractive seasonal flowers.
Find helpful answers about Dwarf Godetia seed sowing, flowering, and growing requirements.
Godetia seeds are generally sown on the soil surface or covered with only a very thin layer of growing medium. Follow the instructions for your specific variety, keep the medium evenly moist, and provide suitable cool temperatures. Avoid burying the small seeds too deeply, as this may reduce germination.
Yes, compact Godetia varieties can grow in pots, window boxes, and other containers with adequate drainage. Use a well-drained potting mix, place the container in full sun or partial shade, and maintain consistent moisture without saturating the soil. Choose a dwarf variety suited to the available container space.
Poor flowering can result from excessive heat, insufficient sunlight, overly rich soil, or unsuitable watering. Godetia generally performs best in cool weather with adequate light and well-drained soil. Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilization, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowers.