Rocky Mountain Bee Plant (Flower) Seeds

Grow the striking Rocky Mountain Bee Plant (Cleome serrulata), a native wildflower known for its clusters of pink to purple flowers and tall, airy growth. It is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

Germination Note: Germination can sometimes be slow or uneven. Cold stratification may improve germination. For the tissue paper method, place the seeds between two pieces of moist paper towel or tissue paper, place them in a sealed plastic bag, and keep the bag in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks. After the cold treatment, sow the seeds in moist, well-drained soil and keep them consistently moist until germination.

Key Details

• Botanical Name: Cleome serrulata
• Common Name: Rocky Mountain Bee Plant
• Type: Annual wildflower
• USDA Growing Zones: 3–10
• Plant Height: 2–5 feet
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall

Features

• Attractive pink, rose, or purple flower clusters
• Excellent pollinator plant
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Tall, airy growth adds height and movement to wildflower gardens
• Well suited to native, cottage, meadow, and pollinator gardens
• Drought tolerant once established

Growing Information

• Seed Depth: Sow very shallowly, about 1/8 inch deep, or lightly press seeds into the soil.
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist during germination
• Light: Full sun to partial shade

Once seedlings are established, they can be transplanted carefully or thinned to provide adequate growing space.