Fremont's Phacelia (Phacelia Fremontii) is a annual herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phacelia fremontii is an aromatic annual herb native to the southwestern United States, characterized by hairy, glandular stems and blue to purple flowers.

Fremont's Phacelia

Fremont's Phacelia

Phacelia Fremontii

Phacelia fremontii is an aromatic annual herb native to the southwestern United States, characterized by hairy, glandular stems and blue to purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fremont's Phacelia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Fremont's Phacelia
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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Phacelia