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Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis

Also Known As

  • Desert Canterbury Bells

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis plant details

Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: self-sowing, skin irritant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rich cobalt blue bells bedeck this desert wildflower in Spring! True blue is the most sought after color in the plant world & the fact that this wildflower is native makes us treasure it all the more. The foliage of this form is particularly beautiful – often blushed purple & more vigorous than the species. Seed for this strain was generously gifted to us by nurseryman Jim Duggan – this form has persisted in his Southern California nursery & will self-sow in your gardens, too, given a sunny & not soggy site where the ground is open enough for seedlings to get a toe-hold. The next generation of self-sown seedlings will NOT need your water or care! If you’re struggling to grow it, poor drainage is a likely culprit – situate accordingly. Grows to 1’ high & wide. *Phacelias can cause dermatitis to folks sensitive to their fine hairs. If so, wear gloves & long sleeves when handling.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis plant

How to Grow Phacelia campanularia ssp. vasiformis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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