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Collinsia grandiflora

Also Known As

  • Giant Blue Eyed Mary

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-20"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Collinsia grandiflora plant details

Collinsia grandiflora is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Collinsia grandiflora

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Collinsia grandiflora

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Collinsia grandiflora plant

How to Grow Collinsia grandiflora

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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