Here in CA it grows easily from seed. It has a number of different names, and there are different types. Around here I usually see it called Clarkia instead of Godetia, and there is also Elegant Clarkia which looks entirely different and is a tall spiky plant. Both are native species.
Renee

I love Clarkias and miss see them growing on the foothills every spring in South Calif. So many varieties and colors. Never tried to grow them here.

~Annie

Well, I have spotted seeds and I know it will be too hot here, but I will give it a try. I have a bouquet on my desk with some of the lavender ones in it right now. I just really like it. And thank you for the answers.
kay