Giant Blue Sage
Giant Blue Sage
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Salvia guaranitica
Salvia guaranitica
Anise-Scented Sage; Black and Blue Sage; Brazilian Sage
Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay
2
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5 feet
3
–
5 feet
Part Sun/Shade
Low
Flowering
Hummingbirds
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About This Plant
Partial sun or bright shade. Salvia guaranitica is a big, clumping sage that spreads by the roots in shade, especially when watered; give it room and contain as needed. Big blue flowers appear throughout the warm season, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
‘Black-and-Blue’ is a popular cultivar.
Maintenance
Expect salvia guaranitica to spread by the roots, especially when watered heavily. Cut back during winter if the above-ground foliage freezes. At other times of year, cut back by a third to control size.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
2-5' H, 3-5' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy
Wildlife:
Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Flower Color:
Blue
Bloom Time:
February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
This plant goes well with
Nolina nelsonii
Passiflora foetida var. gossypifolia
Justicia brandegeeana
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