Linear-leaf Phacelia
Phacelia linearis
Last reviewed: October 2026
Toxicity unknown
Linear-leaf Phacelia (Phacelia linearis) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
CA, ID, MT, NV and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Linear-leaf phacelia is a compact annual wildflower that forms small, neat clumps in spring. It produces clusters of small blue to purple flowers from April through June, then completes its life cycle by summer.
In an HOA neighborhood
Linear-leaf Phacelia takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Dies back completely after blooming
- May be perceived as weedy wildflower
- Unpredictable annual germination patterns
Wildlife value
This native annual is valuable for early-season pollinators, attracting both native bees and butterflies during its spring bloom period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Linear-leaf Phacelia need?
- Linear-leaf Phacelia grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Linear-leaf Phacelia bloom?
- Linear-leaf Phacelia blooms in April, May, and June.
- Where is Linear-leaf Phacelia native?
- Linear-leaf Phacelia (Phacelia linearis) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Linear-leaf Phacelia attract?
- Linear-leaf Phacelia draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Linear-leaf Phacelia HOA-friendly?
- Linear-leaf Phacelia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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