Phacelia campanularia, commonly referred to as desert bluebells, is a flowering plant in the borage family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it thrives in arid and semi-arid regions. The plant typically grows to a height of 30 to 60 cm and produces clusters of small, blue or purple, bell-shaped flowers from spring to early summer. Its leaves are deeply lobed and covered in fine hairs, giving them a silvery look.
Desert bluebells are an essential source of nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. They are also popular as ornamental plants in gardens due to their appealing flowers and foliage. Additionally, Phacelia campanularia is valued for erosion control, thanks to its ability to quickly establish itself on disturbed soils with low fertility.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual, Perennial, Biennial
- Genus
- Phacelia
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-10
- Mature Height
- 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 46 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Blue
- Flower Size
- 2.54 cm
- Bloom Time
- Spring
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Other names.
