satin flower

When watering Satin Flower (Clarkia amoena) it is important to do so regularly to keep the plant thriving and healthy. As a rule of thumb, the soil should be kept moist but never soggy or drenched. Generally, it is best to water the plant in the morning hours once or twice a week, allowing the soil to dry a bit between watering. During hot or dry spells, the plant may need a bit more frequent watering, up to 3 times a week. Make sure to always check the soil moisture before watering as overwatering can be just as damaging to the plant as under-watering.

Satin flower (Clarkia amoena) plants prefer full sun exposure, meaning 8 – 12 hours per day of sunlight for optimal growth and blooming. During the peak summer months, they can benefit from additional shade during midday hours (from noon through 3 pm) when the sunlight is particularly intense. It’s important to note, however, that if the plants are not getting enough sunlight, they may not reach full blooming potential and are more prone to disease.

Pruning Satin Flower should be done once the plant begins to flower, and should be done regularly throughout the flowering season. To promote a full and healthy bush, prune Satin Flower lightly, removing only spent blossoms, weak stems, and errant growth. By doing this every 3 weeks, the bush will remain compact and flowers will remain abundant throughout the season. Deadheading (removing faded blooms) should also be done regularly, as this encourages new buds to form and further prolongs the flowering season of Satin Flower.