Phacelia with tansy leaves
Cette espèce favorise fortement la biodiversité en fournissant nectar et pollen pendant plusieurs semaines. Elle constitue aussi un excellent engrais vert capable d’améliorer la structure et la fertilité du sol.
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Tansy-leaved Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia), proposed by Akène
?? A spectacular bloom for pollinators! ??
Tansy-leaved Phacelia is an annual plant with delicate lavender-blue flowers arranged in elegant spirals. Its finely cut foliage, reminiscent of tansy, is covered with light hairs, adding an original texture to the garden.
Known for its prolonged flowering , it attracts a multitude of pollinators, bees, butterflies and even hummingbirds , making it a valuable plant for naturalist gardens and flower strips . In addition to its ecological role , it enriches biodiversity and brings a touch of rustic charm to your outdoor space.
Characteristics of the variety
?? Flowering : July to September
?? Height : 100 cm
?? Spacing : 25 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun
?? Life cycle : Annual
?? Soil type : Loamy, well drained
?? Soil moisture content : Medium
?? Deer Resistance : High
?? Seeds per packet : 300
Sowing and cultivation
?? Sowing depth : 5 mm
?? Direct sowing : Sow in open ground after the last frost, scattering the seeds. Cover with a thin layer of potting soil and press down lightly.
?? Watering : Keep the soil moist until germination (5 to 10 days).
?? Maintenance : No need for stratification or scarification. Once established, phacelia requires little maintenance and self-regulates over the seasons.
Ecological roles and utilities
?? A refuge for pollinators : A valuable source of nectar for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds .
?? A garden ally : Enriches the soil and limits the growth of weeds thanks to its ground cover effect .
?? A spectacular ornamental effect : Its spiral flowers add a wild and romantic touch to flowerbeds and naturalistic gardens.
Why grow tansy-leaved phacelia?
?? An asset for biodiversity
?? Abundant and prolonged flowering
?? Ideal for supporting pollinator populations
?? Easy to grow and undemanding
Add a floral and ecological explosion to your garden with the tansy-leaved phacelia, an ornamental and useful plant that will amaze pollinators and gardeners alike!
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