Facelia

Phacelia tanacetifolia

flower

Bees

Bumblebees Attracts pest-control insects

Pest control

About

Rated the #1 bee plant in multiple EU/NA studies. Vivid blue flowers irresistible to bumblebees and honeybees. Sow in succession from early spring. Also used as green manure.

Pests & beneficial insects

🌼 Beneficial companion — draws Hoverflies, Lacewings that help control Aphids, Whitefly, Thrips, Spider mites on neighbouring plants.

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Spacing

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Soil notes

Well-draining, poor to average — tolerates most soils

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