Phacelia tanacetifolia Seeds (Lacy Phacelia)

Lacy Phacelia, scientifically known as Phacelia tanacetifolia, is an annual flowering plant native to North America. Commonly referred to as Bee’s Friend, it produces clusters of beautiful lavender-blue flowers on top of delicate fern-like foliage. This plant grows up to 2 feet tall and is often used as a cover crop due to its ability to attract pollinators. Lacy Phacelia is adaptable to various soil types and can thrive in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 10. It can be easily propagated using Phacelia tanacetifolia seeds, which are readily available in the market.

Growing Phacelia tanacetifolia from Seed

• Growth cycle: Annual
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Mediterranean, Semiarid, Subarctic
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Purple

Germinating Lacy Phacelia Flower Seeds

To germinate Phacelia tanacetifolia, sow the seeds in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location. Maintain soil moisture, but avoid overwatering. Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days, and the plant thrives in temperatures between 50-75°F and mild climates.

We source all of our Phacelia tanacetifolia seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Lacy Phacelia seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Lacy Phacelia seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Phacelia tanacetifolia seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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