Phacelia purshii

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Description:

• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Height: Typically 6 to 20 inches (15 to 50 cm)
• Leaves: Pinnately divided, with 5-11 leaflets, each leaflet toothed or lobed
• Flowers: Clusters of bell-shaped, pale blue to lavender flowers, each about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) across, with five deeply lobed petals and a delicate fringe along the edges
• Bloom Time: Spring to early summer (April to June)
• Fruit: Small, round capsules containing numerous seeds

Known Range:

• Geographic Distribution: Eastern and central United States, from Pennsylvania to Georgia, west to Missouri and Oklahoma
• Habitat: Prefers moist, rich soils in woodlands, floodplains, and along stream banks

Care Requirements:

• Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter
• Water: Regular watering to maintain moist soil, especially during dry periods
• Temperature: Tolerates a range of temperatures, typical of temperate climates
• Propagation: Can be grown from seed, sown in the fall or early spring; seeds require light for germination and should not be deeply buried
• Maintenance: Minimal; deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, and water regularly during dry spells