Gilia capitata

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Globe Gilia, Blue Thimble

 
California Native Plant
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Description

Globe Gilia is an annual. Grows 8"-30" tall, to 8" wide. Pale blue to violet-blue flowers with blue pollen are carried in dense, .5 -1.5" wide clusters that look like pincushions. Generally blooms in spring through summer.

 

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Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.