Phacelia ciliata

Also Known As

Great Valley Phacelia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 4"-20"
W: 4"-20"

planting zones

1-12

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Phacelia ciliata plant details

Phacelia ciliata is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phacelia ciliata

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 20 IN - wide, 4 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phacelia ciliata

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Recommended by the Dept. of Agriculture as one of the 12 best pollinator plants for native and European honeybees! Endemic to much of California and shockingly missing in the nursery trade, “Great Valley Phacelia” is one beautiful self-sowing annual. What’s more, it’s EASY, fast and deliciously scented of grape soda! Blooms abundantly for 3+ months from Spring into Summer with clusters of fetching single slightly cupped 1” lavender-blue flowers. Densely mounding to 16” x 16” with pretty ferny foliage. Adaptable to most soils including CLAYISH. Deer resistant! NOTE: Phacelias can cause dermatitis to folks sensitive to their fine hairs. So, wear gloves and long sleeves when handling.