California Blue Bell - Phacelia Campanolaria

Approximate seeds per pound: 907,185
Seeding rate: Plant California bluebell wildflower seed at 3 pounds per acre
Height: Under 1 ft.
Flower Color: Deep blue
Plant Type: Annual. Lives just one year. Grows quickly, blooms heavily, dies with first frost. Can regrow following spring if seed falls on bare ground.
Flower Type: Small, simple flowers
Bloom Time: Early season
Is California bluebell wildflower invasive? No
Is California bluebell wildflower endangered? No
Is California bluebell wildflower edible? No
Is California bluebell wildflower medicinal? No
Regions: Native to desert areas, but can be grown successfully in all regions.
Zones: 3 - 10
Soil preference: Like all desert species, prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions.
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Moisture Requirements: Adaptable to even arid conditions.
Germination: 15 - 30 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 60F - 70F
Sowing Depth: Plant California bluebell wildflower seed at a depth of 1/16"

The California bluebell is native to the deserts of California as the name would imply. Its blooms are a vibrant cobalt blue, and it is one of the few wildflower seeds that can grow in to a good cutflower. Darkness and shade are two important factors that can help California bluebell wild flower seed to germinate. Hot days and cold nights, in conjunction with full sun or partial shade provide the best growing conditions. It should be planted in well-drained soil, although it needs little water. This particiular wildflower can even grow in sandy type soil and still be productive. Grows best when planted in spring and in full sun in desert like areas; however, it responds well to normal rainfall and watering. It is best to start this wildflower seed outdoors because optimum temperatures are around 50 to 55 degrees for germination. Unless you like your house cold, plant outside!

California bluebells grow well directly outdoors from wildflower seeds. Sow about 1/16" deep before the last frost of spring. This annual wildflower grows very quickly and blooms very early in the spring and can reseed itself if seed falls onto bare ground. Will grow in all regions of North America, but is native to southwestern deserts. California bluebells and other Phacelia like to grow in sunny areas with a soil pH between 6.5 to 7. The soil type is not too important as stated above it can actually grow in sandy soil. Bluebells typically takes from 15 - 30 days for their wild flower seeds to germinate once the temperature reaches 50 to 55 degrees F.