Quick answer: Elegant clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 24 Oct 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | Well-drained, rocky or clay |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-Jul |
| Height | 1-3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Native bees, butterflies |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (24 Oct 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 24 Oct 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Elegant clarkia
Where is Elegant clarkia native?
Elegant clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata) is native to California. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Elegant clarkia bloom?
Elegant clarkia blooms Apr-Jul. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Elegant clarkia need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Dry. Soil: Well-drained, rocky or clay. Mature height: 1-3 ft.
Is Elegant clarkia good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Native bees, butterflies.
Is Elegant clarkia deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Elegant clarkia is drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Elegant clarkia seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 24 Oct 2026. Look for the scientific name Clarkia unguiculata on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Elegant clarkia.
- Black sage Salvia mellifera
- White sage Salvia apiana
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- Common manzanita Arctostaphylos manzanita
- Foothill penstemon Penstemon heterophyllus
- Chinese houses Collinsia heterophylla
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