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Phacelia, Tacky Phacelia 'Tropical Surf'

Phaceliaviscida

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Phacelia viscida by northgrass
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Genus
Phacelia (fa-SEE-lee-uh)
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Species
viscida (VIS-kid-ah)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Dark Blue
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting

Unknown - Tell us

Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Glendale, California

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West Chazy, NY (Zone 4b) | June 2007 | neutral

Very easy annual to start from seeds. It is also easy to care for in the garden. It grows fast and comes into blooms in late Spring. The ...Read More

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