Bees' Friend Flower

(Phacelia tanacetifolia) Native to the southwestern US, this relative of Borage blooms for 6-8 weeks and provides nectar for many species of bees, hoverflies, and butterflies. Flowers are blue – lavender and held above fern-leaved foliage that is delicate and lacy. Flowers open in succession to encourage repeat visits from lots of pollinators. Plant seeds in warm conditions. Annual. Most/full sun. 1-2 feet. 50+ seeds