About Blue Field Gilia
- Plant Family: Polemoniaceae
- Plant Type: Annual herb
- Height by Width: 4-36" H
- Growth Habit: Branching
- Deciduous/Evergreen: N/A
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Sun Exposure: Full to part sun
- Soil Preference: Well-drained
- Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant
- Cold Hardy to: -20 F
- Flower Season: Winter/Spring
- Flower Color: Blue/Purple
- Endangered?: Not listed
- Distribution: Widespread throughout CA
- Natural Habitat: Open, dry slopes & chaparral banks below 6000 ft.
Photo Credit: Brian Teng via Calscape