SALVIA farinacea (Blue Sage)

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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...
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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

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