SALVIA farinacea (Blue Sage)
In perennial borders and wildflower meadows, Mealy blue sage thrives. The foliage has a pleasant fragrance and is resistant to deer. Remove the old flower stems as new basal foliage emerges to keep the plants lush. Throughout the season, it will bloom on and off. The nectar is enjoyed by butterflies and hummingbirds. In beds, borders, and naturalized areas, Mealy blue sage creates a pleasing lump of color.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 11,250 | 166 |
| 1OZ | 22,500 | 331 |
| 1/4LB | 90,000 | 1,325 |
| 1/2LB | 180,000 | 2,650 |
| 1LB | 360,000 | 5,300 |
| 5LB | 1,800,000 | 26,500 |
Scientific Name: Salvia Farinacea
Common Name: Blue Sage
Plant Type: Perennials
Family: Salvia-Sages
Zone: 8-10
Native Range: New Mexico, Texas, Florida, Louisiana
Full Growth Height: 12-24 "
Width in Across: 10-12 "
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall
Flower: Showy, Oval or Heart Shaped
Pollinators: Butterflies, Humming Birds
Flower Color: Blue
Tolerate: Drought, Deer, Clay Soil, Rabbit, Dry Soil
Water Requirement: Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Moist, Well-Drained
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Uses: Banks and Slopes, Wall-side Borders, Patio and Containers, Informal Gardens