I planted a HUGE bed of Clarkia Double Choice Mix using 3 seeds packets and I'm convinced every one of them germinated! I planted them 1 & 1/2 months ago, and the majority of them are now 3 to 4 inches tall in a VERY crowded & full bed. Due to family constraints, I was unable to thin when they were small enough & now I'm afraid if I thin them, they won't stay up by themselves, due to the denseness in which they now live (I would also just like to see if they'll bloom as is)

So I would greatly appreciate some advise from anyone/everyone who has dealt with Clarkia. Can I keep it as is? Will it bloom even though I haven't thinned? Do I REALLY have to thin to get blooms?

THANK YOU for your 2 cents.

Joe's Papa