A delicate California native perennial with narrow, grass-like foliage and small, bright blue flowers with yellow centers. It thrives in dry conditions and is excellent for rock gardens and native plantings.
Overview
Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.5–1.5′ tall × 0.5–1′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 7aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7a to Zone 10b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
early successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Function & Care
pollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division
Notable Cultivars
The species itself is the most commonly cultivated form; it is prized for its consistent blue flowers and native California heritage.
