Parry's Phacelia
Phacelia parryi
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AZ, CA
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Parry's phacelia is a compact annual wildflower that produces clusters of purple or blue flowers from March through May. This low-growing desert native thrives in full sun with minimal water and naturally reseeds itself for the following year.
In an HOA neighborhood
Parry's 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
- Can look weedy or unkempt
- Self-seeding may appear random or uncontrolled
Wildlife value
The abundant flowers are excellent for supporting native bees and butterflies during the important spring blooming period.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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