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, CT, ID, ME and 7 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.

Linear-leaf Phacelia

Name: Pollinator Patch
Author: Pollinator Patch

Phacelia linearis

Last reviewed: August 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, CT, ID, ME and 7 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Before you buy

Your city may pay you to plant this

Cities and water utilities offer rebates for replacing lawn with native and water-wise plants. We track 445 programs across 44 states, each with a link to the provider and the date we last checked it.

Find rebates in your area

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Puget Lowland Marine West Coast Forest Northwestern Forested Mountains Sierra Nevada North American Deserts Central Basin and Range Northwestern Glaciated Plains Northwestern Great Plains

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, CT, ID, ME and 7 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.

Ready to grow Linear-leaf Phacelia? Add it to your garden in Pollinator Patch to track it and get season-by-season care guidance.

Add this plant to your garden

iPhone app Android app

Not sure where to start? Take the 2-minute yard quiz