Birds Eyes is a delicate and eye-catching California native wildflower that brings a splash of soft color and natural beauty to garden beds, meadows, and pollinator-friendly spaces. This low-growing wildflower features trumpet-shaped blooms in lavender to light blue with a yellow throat and striking dark purple center, giving it its common nameBirds Eyes. Compact yet bold in appearance, it grows well in wildflower mixes or as a solo planting for a charming ground-level display. Its a favorite among bees, butterflies, and native pollinators, offering nectar early in the season when many other flowers have yet to bloom.
Birds Eyes (Gilia tricolor) is easy to grow from seed and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Its naturally adapted to dry, open environments, making it a strong performer in low-water or native gardens. Ideal for borders, containers, and naturalized landscapes, this annual reseeds readily and provides dependable, low-maintenance color from spring into early summer. Its finely cut foliage adds a soft, feathery texture to garden spaces while supporting biodiversity with minimal effort. Birds Eyes is a small plant that leaves a big impression.
Birds EyesGilia tricolorAnnual Wildflower. Native to California grasslands, this compact flower delivers a unique three-toned bloom that stands out in wildflower meadows or garden borders.
Did You Know? Despite its delicate appearance, Birds Eyes thrives in tough conditions and often grows in the wild across dry, open hillsides in the western U.S.
Soil Temperature: 6070FPlanting Depth: 1/8 inchGermination: 1421 DaysHeight At Maturity: 612 inchesDays To Maturity: 5570 DaysSun/Shade: Full SunSpacing After Thinning: 68 inchesApprox Seeds per Pack: 250,000 Seeds (approx. in 1/4 lb)
