Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Trichodesma angustifolium, commonly known as Blue-Bell, is an herbaceous perennial with delicate blue, bell-shaped flowers that bloom from late spring through summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight but can tolerate some afternoon shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
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None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Prune lightly after flowering to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Pinch back young plants to promote a more compact form. Heavy pruning is generally not required.
Propagate by seeds sown in spring, or by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Cuttings should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent mix, to ensure good drainage.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Blue-Bell (Trichodesma angustifolium)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Trichodesma |
| Species | Trichodesma angustifolium |
Similar in genus Trichodesma
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