The Cleome spinosa, the “real” spider flower, dies with the first frost. But since it forms abundant seeds and also spreads them generously, this is not a problem. The seeds overwinter on the bed, are not damaged by the frost and germinate without any problems in the next spring. Of course, you can also collect the seeds, sow them indoors during the winter and thus bring out young plants in good time.
Key points about the spider flower:
- Do not plant hardy
- Seeds frost hardy
- self-seeding
Tips
In contrast to the plant, the seeds are hardy, so many young plants will grow in the place of the old plant in the next year without any action on your part - provided you let the seeds ripen on the plant.
