About
A bushy, compact, hairy, aromatic annual with dark green leaves on long, reddish stems. Bright blue, bell-shaped flowers appear in relaxed clusters in late spring and early summer.
About the genus
Phacelia can be annuals, biennials or perennials with pinnately divided leaves and racemes or panicles of tubular or bell-shaped blue, white or yellow flowers, attractive to insects
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
FragranceFoliage
ToxicitySkin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in situ in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free