Phacelia congesta Fiona – seeds

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Phacelia congesta Fiona is an annual, honey-producing plant growing to 40 to 80 cm. It opens its blue-violet flowers from June to July, later than common phacelia. The plant's rich root system improves soil structure.

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Phacelia congesta Fiona is an annual, honey-producing plant, sown by beekeepers and gardeners for pollinators and soil improvement. It grows 40 to 80 cm tall and blooms with blue-violet flowers from June to July. It begins flowering later than common phacelia.

What characterizes Phacelia Fiona

Later flowering start than common phacelia extends the foraging period for bees and other pollinators.
Blue-violet flowers from June to July, which make the growth a striking feature.
Height of 40 to 80 cm, so the plants quickly cover open areas.
Rich root system improves soil structure, which is why Fiona is often used as a cover crop.

Who is it for

Fiona is sown by beekeepers and owners of larger areas looking to extend the nectar flow, as well as by gardeners who want to incorporate green matter into the soil. It is useful wherever the plot is to rest before the next planting.

Parameters

Type	Honey-producing plant, cover crop
Botanical Name	Phacelia congesta
Lifespan	Annual
Height	40–80 cm
Flower Color	Blue-violet
Flowering Period	June to July
Sowing Rate	15 kg/ha

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Phacelia congesta Fiona differ from common phacelia?

Phacelia congesta Fiona begins to flower later than common phacelia. This extends the foraging period for pollinators, which is the main reason why both phacelias are combined.

When does Phacelia Fiona bloom?

Phacelia congesta Fiona blooms with blue-violet flowers from June to July. At this time, the plants reach a height of 40 to 80 cm.

How much seed is sown per hectare?

The recommended sowing rate for Phacelia congesta Fiona is 15 kg per hectare. This figure applies to a continuous crop established as a cover crop or for pollinators.