General |
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Phacelia flowers are amazing! They begin tightly curled and open backwards as they mature. Beloved by all beneficial insects and bees. The lacy foliage is very attractive.
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Latin |
Phacelia tanacetifolia.
Boraginaceae family.
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Difficulty |
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Easy.
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Season & Zone |
Season: Warm season.
Exposure: Full-sun, sun, part-shade.
Zone: Hardy from zone 3 to 10.
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Planting |
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Sow the seeds where they are to grow after your last frost. The plants grow about 60cm (24") tall and are very bushy so do not sow too thickly.
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Diseases & Pests |
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None.
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Growing Tips |
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This vigorous, happy plant can be grown to provide compost as well as being used as a summer cover crop. The plants are easy to pull and will self-sow, meaning that you can gather their seeds. They do not become a weed in the garden. The purple flowers are fragrant and beloved by bees!
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