Costa Baja Phacelia (Phacelia Ixodes) is a annual herb in the Boraginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phacelia ixodes is an annual herb native to California and Baja California, growing primarily in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Costa Baja Phacelia

Costa Baja Phacelia

Phacelia Ixodes

Phacelia ixodes is an annual herb native to California and Baja California, growing primarily in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, soil health enhancer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Costa Baja Phacelia

Jan
Prune
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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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Costa Baja Phacelia
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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Phacelia