Phacelia bolanderi

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Phacelia bolanderi plant details

Phacelia bolanderi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts birds and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phacelia bolanderi

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, native plant, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phacelia bolanderi

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This tough perennial Phacelia can be found growing in Douglas Fir & Redwood forests in Northern California & Oregon. It blooms in early Summer with dime-sized pale lavender flowers on 18” stems, & with additional water it can bloom for a long time. It also does just fine in dry shade (good under oaks). The leaves are toothed & grow in a 6” mound that can spread to 2-3'. It is a short-lived perennial but self sows gently. The flowers attract hummingbirds, & the seeds are much enjoyed by songbirds. The tiny hairs on Phacelia can cause skin dermatitis for some people so be sure to wear long sleeves & gloves when gardening around them!