shrub

Cleome isomeris | Bladderpod

(Isomeris arborea)

Bladderpod is a tough, small shrub that can be grown from seed to revegetate disturbed areas. Interesting inflated green capsules follow the snapdragonlike flowers. Canopy coverage: 28 square feet.

Water Requirement: very low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 15F

Growth Rate: moderate

Height: 4 feet high

Width: 6 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: yellow-green

Flower Color: yellow

Flower Season: spring, winter

Wildlife: bees, hummingbirds