Godetia

Question: How or what does William Clark have in Connection with Godetia?

Answer: The Genus Clarkia to which the common Godetia belongs was named after William Clark shortly after the Lewis and Clark expedition across the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.

Godetia over the years has become more and more popular with its uses varying from everyday floral arrangements, as a filler, and also as focus points in delicate wedding pieces such as bouquets and corsages. From the genus named Clarkia that originated in Western North America there are presently over 40 species that are currently classified
The most popular color used in the floral industry is a beautiful hot pink variety that has vibrant shocking pink blooms. Other colors are white, light pink, lavender and a peach color along with some very pretty bi-colors
Godetia grand flora can also be found as a potted plant and is a popular ornamental found in the summer months. Godetia is a strong bee attractor. It thrives in mass plantings and can work great as a colorful border.