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Gilia capitata 'Super Bee'

Also Known As

  • Blue Thimble Flower
  • Super Bee Gilia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Gilia capitata 'Super Bee' plant details

Gilia capitata 'Super Bee' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gilia capitata 'Super Bee'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, heirloom, long-blooming, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gilia capitata 'Super Bee'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A native California flower with ferny foliage and lavender blue globe flowers that act as beacons to bees and butterflies. Provide well-drained soils. Lovely with godetia and linaria in the early summer garden. Also called Blue Thimble Flower.

Gardening facts about Gilia capitata 'Super Bee' plant

How to Grow Gilia capitata 'Super Bee'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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