Gilia capitata

(Blue Thimble Flower; Queen Anne's Thimbles)

Rounded pinshion heads of tiny bright blue flowers. Fine green feathery leaves. Likes sun and drainage. Self sows. 10" - 24"

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Hardiness:

Hardy

Longevity:

Annual

Growing Condition:

Dry sun

Season:

Early summer, Summer

Good For:

Cut flower, Long Blooming, Rockery, Self-sowing, Wildlife Friendly

Colour:

Blue

Germination:

For biggest plants, sow shallowly in Sept, protect over winter and prick out in early spring. Or sow March under cover. Or sow April outside. Or all three for sequence of bloom