Green Manure Phacelia

Phacelia is a versatile, pollinator-friendly green manure that’s as useful as it is beautiful. It’s quick to grow, easy to dig in when young, and not fussy about soil type—making it a great all-rounder in the veg patch.

Make the most of Phacelia

Sow from early March to the end of September. Let it grow for 1–3 months, then dig it in before it flowers. If you do let some flower, it’s a real bonus—Phacelia’s blooms are fantastic for attracting bees and other pollinators, especially if sown near beans or other crops that need a helping hand.

The seed in this packet covers approximately 4 square metres.

Enjoy

A flexible, bee-friendly green manure that fits in just about anywhere.

📌USES

WILDLIFE FRIENDLY

• A magnet for short- and long-tongued bees, including honeybees, red-tailed bumblebees (Bombus lapidarius), and garden bumblebees (Bombus hortorum).
• The fragrant, lavender-blue flowers are also popular with hoverflies, which help control aphid populations.
• Provides nectar over a long flowering period—ideal for supporting pollinators when other sources are scarce.
• Listed by the RHS as a plant for pollinators.