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    Gilia achilleifolia

    Also Known As

    • Blue Gilia

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 16"-24"
    • W: 16"

    planting zones

    • 1-11

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    Gilia achilleifolia plant details

    Gilia achilleifolia is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Gilia achilleifolia

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: polemoniaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 16 IN wide, 16 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming, native plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gilia achilleifolia

    USDA Zones: 1 - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A looser form than Gilia capitata, this Gilia is a standout performer in the wildflower garden or any garden for that matter! Blooms for a long time in spring with lots of clusters of sky blue flowers. The foliage is filigreed and has a nice reddish cast to it at times. Native to California, gets to be about 16-24" tall and 16" wide.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Gilia achilleifolia plant

    How to Grow Gilia achilleifolia

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Gilia tricolor

    aka Birds Eyes

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-11

    Size

    Height: 24"

    Width: 18"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Gilia tricolor flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Gilia capitata

    aka Blue Thimble Flower

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-11

    Size

    Height: 15"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Gilia capitata flower by The Marmot
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    Gilia nevinii

    aka Nevin's Gilia

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-11

    Size

    Height: 18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Gilia nevinii flower by Stickpen
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    Gilia capitata ssp. chamissonis

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-11

    Size

    Height: 6"

    Width: 6"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Gilia capitata ssp. chamissonis flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Ipomopsis aggregata

    aka Cantua aggregata, Gilia aggregata, Gilia aggregata subsp. aggregata, Ipomopsis aggregata subsp. aggregta, Scarlet Gilia, Scarlet Trumpet Flower, Sky Trumpet, Skyrocket

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 6"-9"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Ipomopsis aggregata by Panayoti Kelaidis
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