Perennial salvia is a mainstay of the midsummer garden, providing aromatic blooms that are beloved by butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and other pollinators but is resistant to rabbits and deer. Salvia is an excellent, easy-to-grow plant for a summer show of intense color. Salvia perform best in full sun. A real heat lover; they respond well to shearing after blooming to prompt fresh foliage and blooms. Beautiful to admire, easy and fun to grow, salvia is a must have in your landscapes. Plant will be shipped in dormant state potentially from fall to early spring (metabolic inactivity-shredded foliage and minimal branches).
Mature Height (in.) | 12 in. | Mature Width (in.) | 12 in. |
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Additional Characteristics | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds | Average Shipping Height (in.) | 12 in |
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Best Time to Plant | Spring to Fall | Bloom Season | Fall, Spring, Summer |
Blossom Color Family | Purple | Botanical Name | OFFICINALIS |
Common Name Family | Salvia | Container Size | 2.5 Quart(s) |
Container Type | Container | Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
Growth Habit | Erect | Hardiness Zone | 10 (30 to 40 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
Number of plants included (Pack-Size) | 1 | Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 12 |
Returnable | 90-Day | Sun Tolerance | Full Sun |
Water Requirements | When soil is dry | Wildlife Attracted | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators |
Wildlife Deterred | Deer, Rabbits |
2.8 out of 5