Purple Tansy (Phacelia tanacetifolia) - Also known as 'Phacelia', these mauve-blue, fragrant flowers are borne on long, fern-like leafy stems that attract bees and a multitude of other pollinators to your garden. It is no coincidence that Phacelia is in the Borage family, a wide range of species that are heavy nectar producers! Ideal for the vegetable garden as a cover crop or on its own as a stand out feature plant. We have continually planted Purple Tansy as a companion crop next to our cucumbers to lure bees in. It works!! Bloom period can be extended by resowing every 3-4 weeks. Plants reach 20-24 inches and thriveĀ in full sun or partial shade.Ā
75 seeds per packetĀ
Growing Information: Direct sow 1/8 inch deep and re-sow every 2-3 weeks from last frost to mid-June. This will produce an entire summer full of flowers andĀ more reason forĀ pollinator visits. Seeds will germinate in 15-27 days.
Days to Germination:Ā 15 - 27
Plant Spacing:Ā 12" (30cm)
Plant Height:Ā 20" - 24" (50cm - 60cm)
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Features:
Hardiness Zone:Ā Hardy Annual
Bloom Time:Ā Summer to Fall
Light Requirements:Ā Full SunĀ / Partial ShadeĀ
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Attracts Bees
