Don’t let its name fool you; though native to California’s deserts, the Desert Bluebell (aka California Bluebell) Phacelia campanularia - is well adapted to many other areas. Offers inch-long bell-shaped flowers in a deep-blue shade and deep green, heart-shaped foliage. A lush addition to the front of the sunny spring border. Drought tolerant, it is also at home in rock gardens. Popular in wildflower mixtures. Easy from seed.
Available in single packets and as bulk wildflower seeds.
Also see this helpful information:
| Live seeds per ounce (approx 28 grams): ₁ | 35,000 |
| Seeding rate per ounce:₂ | 700 sq ft |
| Regions: | Coastal, Interior Valleys, Desert |
| Native To: | California |
| Life Cycle: | Annual |
| Exposure: | Sun |
| Height (in.): | 6-18 |
| Bloom Period: | Winter-Spring |
| Flower Color(s): | Blue, Purple |
| Establishment: | Fast |
| Water Requirements: | Low |
| Wildlife: | Pollinators |
| Cultural Information: | Occasional water after rains extends bloom season. |
| Links to additional information and photos: | Stover Seed |
| Cal Photos |
| ₁ Approximate number of live seeds per ounce based on typical laboratory tests for this species. Also known as PLS. |
| ₂ Seeding rate is based on seeding alone. When seeding with other species the rates should be reduced. Contact us for recommendations. |