1kg PHACELIA TANACETIFOLIA Seeds: Lacy Phacelia
1kg PHACELIA TANACETIFOLIA Seeds: Lacy Phacelia
- PHACELIA TANACETIFOLIA Seeds Phacelia tanacetifolia seeds, commonly known as Lacy Phacelia or Bee’s Friend, are primarily used as a high-value pollinator plant and a fast-growing green manure or cover crop. They are highly favored for their ability to produce massive amounts of nectar and pollen, attracting bees, hoverflies & butterflies. Characteristics Lacy Phacelia Height: Typically grows between 30 cm to 100 cm (up to 1.2 m). Climate: Native to the Southwestern U.S. and Mexico; thrives in temperate regions with cool springs. Soil: Adaptable to most soil types—sandy, loamy, or clay—as long as they are well-drained. Prefers a pH between 6.0 and 8.5. Hardiness: Half-hardy; mature plants can survive light frosts but are killed by hard freezes (around -8°C/18°F). Sowing Instructions Bee’s Friend Timing: Directly sow outdoors from March to September. Sowing in early spring is best for pollinators, while late fall sowing can serve as a winter-killed cover crop. Light: Seeds are dark germinators. They must be covered with 0.5 cm to 1 cm of soil to exclude light. Temperature: Germinates best in cool soil between 10°C and 20°C. Temperatures above 30°C (86°F) can inhibit germination. Spacing: Thin seedlings to 15–30 cm apart. Rate: For garden beds, use approximately 1g per square meter. Care and Maintenance Purple Tansy Seeds Watering: Keep soil consistently moist until germination (usually 7–28 days). Once established, the plant is drought-tolerant and needs watering only during prolonged dry spells. Avoid overhead watering to prevent stems from flopping. Feeding: Generally requires no additional fertilizer, especially in nutrient-poor soils where it still thrives. Management: Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to prevent aggressive self-seeding if you do not want it to spread. Green Manure: If using for soil improvement, dig the plants back into the soil before flowering (after 50–60 days) to maximize nutrient return. Pests/Diseases: Generally trouble-free. Ready to transform your garden into a pollinator sanctuary or supercharge your soil health? Phacelia tanacetifolia is the ultimate low-maintenance, high-impact choice for the 2026 growing season.
