Blue Curls
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Phacelia congesta
Blue curls, also known as caterpillars, are leafy plants that can grow up to 1-3 ft. tall. They are annual or biennial plants with purple to lavender-blue, bell-shaped flowers with deeply lobed rims and conspicuously protruding stamens. The flowers are found in numerous slender, coiled clusters that uncurl as the buds develop. The leaves are soft and deeply cut, giving them a ragged appearance. This plant is typically found in large colonies and does best if sheltered from the western sun. It's worth noting that the stem of the blue curls plant is brittle and breaks easily.
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Height: 1’-3'
Spread: 1’-3'
Bloom: March-May
Light: Full sun, Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Origin: Texas
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
