California Bluebell (Phacelia Campanularia)
Grown from Phacelia Campanularia seeds, the California Bluebell is native to the deserts of California, and it is known for its vibrant cobalt blue blooms. California Bluebell is often grown in bee and butterfly gardens. Phacelia Campanularia is also known as Desert Bluebells, and the plant can grow in sandy soils and desert-like climates, but it is also adaptive to other climates.
The California Bluebell is an annual wildflower and grows very quickly. It blooms early in the spring. Phacelia Campanularia can reseed itself if seed falls onto bare ground. Phacelia Campanularia will grow in all regions of North America, but is native to southwestern deserts.
The Phacelia Campanularia looks very stunning when it is grown with California Poppies. It is drought tolerant and low-maintenance. The California Bluebell is a wonderful choice for the cottage garden, mixed border, rock garden or prairie garden! It also self-sows and has nectar-rich flowers.