Globe Gilia (Gilia capitata) can be found in various regions of North America, with a range that extends throughout western Canada down to the southwestern United States. Globe Gilia thrives in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, open woodlands, and dry slopes. The blue to lavender flowers are arranged in dense vibrant spheres atop sturdy stems, while the delicate fern-like foliage give plantings an interwoven look.
 
Typically blooming from late spring to early summer, the flowering period can last several weeks, during which the plants produce numerous flower clusters. Globe Gilia is a valuable resource for native pollinators, particularly native bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. The “globes” provide a convenient landing platform and offer a rich pollen source. The tiny pollen baskets of small bees will practically glow with the baby-blue colored pollen. Additionally, Globe Gilia serves as a host plant for the larvae of some butterfly species, such as the Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui).
 
Resilient in an exceptionally wide variety of environments and impressive for its range of useful applications, Globe Gilia tolerates diverse soils, part shade, and will vary in size and bloom with water availability and sunlight. Old flowers can be deadheaded to prolong blooming. Germination is carefree and seeds can be surface sown in fall or late winter through early spring.