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Bee’s Friend

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Bee’s Friend
Phacelia tanacetifolia

One of the most pollinator and beneficial insect friendly flowers that you can grow, this mid sized plant is a must-have for any garden. Exceptionally interesting, curling flowers are held above lacy, fern-like foliage. Blooms are a soft periwinkle blue-purple and smell like grape candy. In addition to being a favorite with the insects, bee’s friend makes a delightful, long-lasting cut flower.

Details:
Plant type: annual
Height: 18-30”
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 45-60 days
Plant spacing: 6-9”
Pinch: not necessary
Approx seeds per packet: 100

How to Grow:
Direct seed in the spring as soon as danger of frost has passed. Cover seeds with soil as they need darkness to germinate.

Harvesting/Vase Life:
Harvest stems when flowers are just beginning to open. Expect a 7-10 day vase life.

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