Five-Spot Nemophila

Nemophila Maculata

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Overview

Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower. It features a low, spreading habit, reaching 6-12 inches in height, with delicate cup-shaped blossoms. Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the name. Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for borders and as a ground cover, it blooms abundantly in spring.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — It features a low, spreading habit, reaching 6-12 inches in height, with delicate cup-shaped blossoms; they boast a

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Ideal for borders and as a ground cover, it blooms abundantly in spring; they boast a bright white base with five

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — scientifically known as Nemophila maculata; and its ability to attract butterflies adds an extra layer of dynamism

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — It features lush, light green foliage that serves as a beautiful backdrop for its showy flowers; and its ability to

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — This floriferous species is part of the Boraginaceae family and thrives best in USDA zones 3 through 9; they boast a

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — is an annual flowering plant native to California that brings a delicate charm to any garden landscape; thriving in

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — deep purple spots at the tips of each petal; and its ability to attract butterflies adds an extra layer of dynamism

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — they boast a bright white base with five distinct, image 32

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — The blossoms are particularly striking -- about 1 to 2 inches in diameter; thriving in partial shade to full sun

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — They require well-drained soils with a high organic content to flourish; thriving in partial shade to full sun, this

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Regular watering is crucial to keep the soil consistently moist; and its ability to attract butterflies adds an

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level; they boast a bright white base with five distinct

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — or as an eye-catching mass planting; thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Its unique floral pattern and manageable growth habit make it a highlight in any informal garden setting; they boast

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — and its ability to attract butterflies adds an extra layer of dynamism to the landscape, image 39

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — blue flowers in the garden; thriving in partial shade to full sun, this California native prefers moist

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — annual with blue blooms; they boast a bright white base with five distinct

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — annual for full or half; and its ability to attract butterflies adds an extra layer of dynamism to the landscape

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — It features a low, spreading habit, reaching 6-12 inches in height, with delicate cup-shaped blossoms, image 44

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Nemophila maculata, commonly known as Five-Spot, is a charming annual wildflower; thriving in partial, image 43

Five-Spot Nemophila (Nemophila Maculata) — Each white petal is distinctively marked with a deep purple spot at the tip, suggesting the name; and, image 45

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