PHACELIA tanacetifolia (Lacy Phacelia)
Phacelia Tanacetifolia commonly known as ‘Lacy Phacelia’, ‘Blue Tansy’, ‘Purple Tansy’. It is native to southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is most common in the deserts of southern California. Flowers bloom from April through July. They are often found growing in ditches, along roadsides, and in open meadows. Good choice for commercial gardens, such as honeybee gardens. The beautiful flowers and long blooming period also make the tanacetifolia plant a popular choice for crop fields and vineyards.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 13,750 | 331 |
| 1/4LB | 55,000 | 1,325 |
| 1/2LB | 110,000 | 2,650 |
| 1LB | 220,000 | 5,300 |
| 5LB | 1,100,000 | 26,500 |
Scientific Name: Phacelia Tanacetifolia
Common Name: Lacy Phacelia
Plant Type: Annual
Family: Boraginaceae
Native Range: United States, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Maine, Oregon, Nevada
Height: 12-24"
Spread: 12-18"
Habitat: Open flats and slopes below 4000 ft
Zone: 2-10
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: Spring to Summer
Attracts: Honeybees, Bumblebees
Resistant: Drought, Deer
Moisture: Dry
Flower Shape: Bell Shaped
Flower Color: Blue
Water Requirement: Low
Soil Type: Rocky or Sandy
Soil pH: 6.4-8.6
Advantage: Low maintenance, Easy to grow, Fast grower
Uses: City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden