California Bluebells – Pinetree Garden Seeds

Description

Alluring cobalt blue bell-shaped flowers are a lively addition to the garden space. This native wildflower of the Californian desert is easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and adaptable to other types of climates and soil. Grow this charming flower in the vegetable garden snuggled between the veggies where it lures in the
Alluring cobalt blue bell-shaped flowers are a lively addition to the garden space. This native wildflower of the Californian desert is easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and adaptable to other types of climates and soil. Grow this charming flower in the vegetable garden snuggled between the veggies where it lures in the pollinators. Self-seeds. Grows to 10-18”. 300 seeds PLANTING Phacelia campanularia Annual Germination: 12-30 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 50-60ºF Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and lightly cover Starting Indoors: Direct seeding is recommended Sowing Outdoors: Direct sow in spring, space a few seeds every 4-6” apart, or lightly scatter them in a prepared area. Growth Habit: Upright, branching Height and Width: 10-18” x 6-12” Spacing: 4-6” apart Light Needs: Full sun Soil Needs: Sandy to average, fertile, well-drained Approximate days to flower from seed: Blooms in 70-80 days Uses: Beds and borders, cottage, wildflower, and rock gardens, cut flowers, interplant with vegetables, attracts beneficial insects Care: Low maintenance, minimal care required, drought-tolerant. Self-seeds, cut back stems as the blooms fade if you do not desire plants the next season. Not toxic but contact with the hairs on the stems and leaves may cause a mild rash for some folks.
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