Perennial
Forked Bluecurls
Trichostema dichotomum
Varieties We Carry
StandardTrichostema dichotomumBlueTrichostema dichotomum
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$7.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size2-3 feet × 1-2 feet
About Forked Bluecurls
Forked Bluecurls (Trichostema dichotomum) is a Florida native annual of the mint family producing aromatic, narrow leaves and vivid blue-violet flowers with dramatically curled stamens from summer through fall. A prolific self-seeder that thrives in dry, sandy NE Florida soils, it is a premier late-season nectar source for native bees and hummingbirds. Starting at $7.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun; Forked Bluecurls is a native of dry, open, sunny Florida habitats and will not thrive in shade. Ideal for NE Florida's sun-drenched sandy sites.
Water
Very drought-tolerant once established in sandy soil; minimal to no supplemental irrigation needed in NE Florida. Overwatering in heavy soil is the primary cause of failure.
Soil & Fertilizer
Thrives in poor, dry, well-drained sandy soils — the leaner the better. Do not fertilize; rich soil encourages rank growth at the expense of flowers. Excellent for Florida's native sandhill plantings.
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Common questions
Is Forked Bluecurls a good plant for St. Augustine?
Forked Bluecurls is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-3 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.