Red ribbons

This low growing, rounded annual wildflower grows to about 1 foot tall by 1 foot wide.

The deep pink flower petals are deeply lobed and ribbon-like. Often visited by long-tongued moths. In the garden, plant in a wildflower display, along borders, or in containers. Space 18 to 24 inches apart.

Particularly suitable for smaller gardens.

Flowers May to July.

Lifeform: Annual

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant

Container	4", 4"S, D-16
Ecological Value	Provides pollen for butterflies and bees.
Ethnobotanical Uses	Clarkia seeds have been used as food.
Distribution	It is endemic to California, where it can be found in the northern Coast Ranges from Santa Clara County to Humboldt County, and in the Sierra foothills.
Elevation	Between 0 and 4921 feet
Communities
Habitat	Low-elevation mountains