Common name:Desert Bluebells
Botanical name:Phacelia companularia

Desert annual grows to 1' x 1'. Brilliant blue, bell-shaped flowers appear in spring. Sow seeds in fall or plant from containers to get spectacular spring color. Leaves can irritate skin.

Common name:Firebird Border Penstemon (red)
Botanical name:Penstemon 'Firebird'

Penstemon gloxiniodes 'Firebird' is perennial with spectacular red flowers in spring and fall. This dependable plant quickly reaches 2'-4' tall, with lance-shaped, dark green leaves on stems. Trumpet shaped flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Plant in full sun in coastal areas but provide afternoon shade in warm inland areas. It has low watering needs but will do better with extra summer water in hot inland valleys. It need well draining soil. Penstemon should be replaced every 5 years.