Silky Phacelia (Phacelia sericea) is an attractive, long-lasting perennial perfect for xeric gardening and rock gardens. The plant features attractive foliage and cylindrical clusters of showy purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies. Use this plant to add brilliant blue/purple color to dry garden beds and borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, or prairie or meadow gardens.
Contact with the hairs of the plant can cause dermatitis.
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Silky Phacelia
Irrigation Requirement: Very Low (Water to Establish) or Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Mature Size: 4" - 2' tall and 10" - 1' wide
Spacing: 10 - 12"
Bloom Colors: Purple
Bloom Season: June - August
Hardiness Zone: 5 - 10
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: Yes
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Prefers sandy or loam soils that are well-drained
Plants in the genus Phacelia are known host plants for up to 6 local pollinators in northern Utah. Phacelia also attracts native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.