About Desert Blue Bells
Plant Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Plant Type: Annual
Size: 1-2' H x 2' W
Growth Habit: Upright, branching
Deciduous/Evergreen: Annual
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well-draining
Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant
Cold Hardy to: 10 degrees F
Flower Season: Spring
Flower Color: Blue
Endangered?: Not Listed
Distribution: Mojave and Colorado Deserts
Natural Habitat: Open, sandy areas below 5000'
Photo Credit: Theodore Payne Foundation