Phacelia companularia
Desert Bluebells
Description
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.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.