Large-flowered Collomia

Collomia grandiflora, Polemoniaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Foothill PenstemonPenstemon heterophyllus

Pollinator Sharing

Pringle's AsterSymphyotrichum pringlei

Pollinator SharingPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Dense-leaved WoollystarEriastrum densifolium

Congeneric Polemoniaceae species exhibit competitive interference

Uses

Functions

Supports Native Leafcutter BeesAttracts Long-Tongued BeesProvides Nectar For Hummingbird Clearwing MothsSupports Tachinid FliesHabitat For Minute Pirate Bugs

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Large-flowered Collomia grow in?

Large-flowered Collomia grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Large-flowered Collomia?

Good companions for Large-flowered Collomia include Foothill Penstemon, Pringle's Aster.

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