Smallflower phacelia 'Lavender Lass'

Phacelia grows without fuss and once it has flowered, it is ready to dig in

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Lavender Lass is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Sow thinly

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.04 inches (0.1 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 12°C / 54°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Lavender Lass about 35 days before your last frost date.

Sow thinly in a sunny bright position

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 12°C / 54°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Lavender Lass is a tender plant.

Grow to maturity, and then dig back into the soil as green manure

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.