Phacelia tanacetifolia (Scorpion Weed)
Botanical Information
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Phacelia |
| Species | tanacetifolia |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Origin | Southwestern United States and northern Mexico. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 100 cm |
| Flowering Period | March, April, May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| Cultivation | Cannot grow in the shade and prefers a well-drained but moist soil. |
| Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
| Habitat | Open flats and slopes of southwestern United States and northern Mexico. |
| Flower Description | Bell-shaped, blue-lavender flowers near the top of the stems. |
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