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Silky Phacelia

Phacelia sericea

Silky phacelia is a striking alpine perennial of the western mountains with silvery, ferny leaves and dense spikes of violet flowers studded with golden stamens, a choice native for sunny rock gardens.

Family
Boraginaceae
Type
wildflower
Lifespan
perennial
Height
0.5–1.5 ft
Spacing
0.5–1 ft apart
Light
sun
Soil moisture
dry
Soil pH
neutral
Bloom
June, July, August
Bloom colors
purple, blue
Wildlife value
pollinators, butterflies
Landscape uses
border, container
Native states
CO, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY