California Bluebell Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing into the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the California bluebell seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Because the best temperature for germination is 50-55 degrees F, starting the plants indoors is possible but not recommended.
Growing: Water the seedlings until they become established; mature plants tolerate drought well, but flourish with occasional watering in especially dry weather. This plant grows well in rocky or sandy soil, and makes an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers. Plant in drifts for the most stunning display. This plant also attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the plant begins to turn brown, its pods will gradually open and release their seeds. Gather the Phacelia campanularia seeds as soon as the pods open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Desert Bluebells, Desert Bell, Desertbells
Latin Name: Phacelia campanularia
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 50,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Quality Seed
I haven't used these seeds yet, but have used them many times in the past. I am very pleased with all of my purchases from Everwilde. I buy my seeds here because they provide good planting instructions, a good selection, and often have pictures of cotyledon and first leaves especially helpful when planting wildflower beds.
wonderful native plant seeds
Everwilde Farms has the best selection of native wildflowers around and the seeds always come up. Thank you!
Looking forward to growing these.
This order arrived promptly, and I like the packaging. Will be planting in late fall. I have grown this species before in my desert garden, and I love the intense blue color. They are classified as an annual, and I had hoped I would be able to get them to reseed, but only a few did. I appreciate the availability of seeds that I can plant.
California Bluebells
Everwilde sent these seeds very promptly and they germinated just three days after I planted them. I've grown these California Bluebells before, and the intense blue color is just phenomenal!
Very tough and cold tolerant
Grew this for the first time this year and am very pleased. It survived a late frost that nearly took out some of the other plants. Didn't get quite as tall as hoped, but I'll definitely grow this again.
Re: my recent order
I am very pleased with the fast delivery of my order. I have actually received and planted the flower seeds. They were hard to find locally and I'm so happy you had them in stock. I will be ordering again in the near future. Thank you.
Haven't planted yet
Speedy delivery. Nice packaging. Please get lobelia, Crystal Palace seeds. I've been looking all over for them.
The best seeds in the world for flowers
Everwilde Farms consistently has always provided seeds that I need to grow for the flowers in my garden that always germinate to my satisfaction. I no longer order seeds from other providers unless it is for a flower that Everwilde Farms does not grow. Keep up the good work, Everwilde Farms!!!
My garden
EVERWILDE has amazing products! I've been buying from this favorite vendor for years.
Picture is not right!
This flowers color is deeeeep blue! Amaging!
Not like this picture at all.
I bought this seed from here last year and garmination is very very high!
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing into the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the California bluebell seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Because the best temperature for germination is 50-55 degrees F, starting the plants indoors is possible but not recommended.
Growing: Water the seedlings until they become established; mature plants tolerate drought well, but flourish with occasional watering in especially dry weather. This plant grows well in rocky or sandy soil, and makes an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers. Plant in drifts for the most stunning display. This plant also attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the plant begins to turn brown, its pods will gradually open and release their seeds. Gather the Phacelia campanularia seeds as soon as the pods open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Desert Bluebells, Desert Bell, Desertbells
Latin Name: Phacelia campanularia
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 50,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Reviews
Review
Quality Seed
I haven't used these seeds yet, but have used them many times in the past. I am very pleased with all of my purchases from Everwilde. I buy my seeds here because they provide good planting instructions, a good selection, and often have pictures of cotyledon and first leaves especially helpful when planting wildflower beds.
Review
wonderful native plant seeds
Everwilde Farms has the best selection of native wildflowers around and the seeds always come up. Thank you!
Review
Looking forward to growing these.
This order arrived promptly, and I like the packaging. Will be planting in late fall. I have grown this species before in my desert garden, and I love the intense blue color. They are classified as an annual, and I had hoped I would be able to get them to reseed, but only a few did. I appreciate the availability of seeds that I can plant.
Review
California Bluebells
Everwilde sent these seeds very promptly and they germinated just three days after I planted them. I've grown these California Bluebells before, and the intense blue color is just phenomenal!
Review
Very tough and cold tolerant
Grew this for the first time this year and am very pleased. It survived a late frost that nearly took out some of the other plants. Didn't get quite as tall as hoped, but I'll definitely grow this again.
Review
Re: my recent order
I am very pleased with the fast delivery of my order. I have actually received and planted the flower seeds. They were hard to find locally and I'm so happy you had them in stock. I will be ordering again in the near future. Thank you.
Review
Haven't planted yet
Speedy delivery. Nice packaging. Please get lobelia, Crystal Palace seeds. I've been looking all over for them.
Review
The best seeds in the world for flowers
Everwilde Farms consistently has always provided seeds that I need to grow for the flowers in my garden that always germinate to my satisfaction. I no longer order seeds from other providers unless it is for a flower that Everwilde Farms does not grow. Keep up the good work, Everwilde Farms!!!
Review
My garden
EVERWILDE has amazing products! I've been buying from this favorite vendor for years.
Review
Picture is not right!
This flowers color is deeeeep blue! Amaging!
Not like this picture at all.
I bought this seed from here last year and garmination is very very high!