five spot
Nemophila maculata
USDA zones3 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size6 to 12 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Habit
- Herb
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White with single purple petal spots
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Five spot (Nemophila maculata) is an annual for borders, containers, and annual beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun to part shade and average to moist, loamy soil. Its white flowers have a purple spot at the tip of each petal. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms. It grows quickly and easily, especially with afternoon shade, and it reseeds readily.
Pairs well with Ageratum, Spanish bluebell, and Francee hosta.
Native range
California.