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Genus: Cleome Species: hassleriana Common Name: Spider Flower Family: Cleomaceae Order: Brassicales Native: Southeastern Brazil to Argentina Habit: Annual Height: 3 to 8 feet Width: 1 to 4 feet Flowering Season: Summer to Fall Flower Color: Pink, purple, red, white or bicolor Propagation: Seed Note: This fast growing annual plant is suitable for borders, beds, containers, foundations, and backgrounds. Spider Flower attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, which feast on its seeds and nectar. Remove seed pods to prevent invasive self-seeding. Monitor plant for rust, mildew, whiteflies, spider mites, and aphids. Prefers sunny, moderately dry, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.