PatternBaseBlue Thimble Flower
Gilia capitata, Polemoniaceae
Zones
3–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Uses
Functions
Attracts ButterfliesSupports Small Native BeesFeeds HoverfliesAttracts Parasitic WaspsProvides Late Summer Nectar
Common Questions
What zones does Blue Thimble Flower grow in?
Blue Thimble Flower grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.
What are good companion plants for Blue Thimble Flower?
Good companions for Blue Thimble Flower include California Phacelia, Narrow-leaf Collomia.
Design guilds with Blue Thimble Flower and see companion relationships visually.
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