Salvia indica
Salvia indica
It’s so rewarding to find a new extraordinary Salvia after years of trialing new species! Native to dry, rocky slopes in the Middle East, this rare Sage is happy in infertile, well-draining soil. Low furry gray-green scalloped leaves are topped Spring to Fall with plentiful upright branching 2’ leafless stems. Ornately marked in deep purple and gold, the fetching 2” lavender flowers are nicely displayed in widely-spaced whorls. Can go deciduous in Winter, but not to worry, it returns in Spring. Blooms February thru Summer, cut back for repeat bloom. A show-stopper for the dry garden, container (15+ gal), and parking strip – just provide well-drained soil and an annual side-dress of compost for a gorgeous plant. Hummers! Deer resistant.
Annie
Perennial
USDA zones 9-10
| Item ID: | 4486 |
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| Price: | $ 8.95 |
| Pot Size: | 4-inch |
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Salvia Species, Wild Sage
Salvia indica
| Family: | Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Salvia (SAL-vee-uh) (Info) |
| Species: | indica (IN-dih-kuh) (Info) |
| Synonym: | Salvia elongata |
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Category:
Height:
Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
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Bloom Time:
Late Winter/Early Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
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Bloom Characteristics:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Water Requirements:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Where to Grow:
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
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