Care

Planting & Growing
Thrives in average to enriched, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Prune lightly after the first flush to promote continued bloom. Hard prune annually to rejuvenate. Fertilize lightly in early spring.

Attracts Butterflies, Birds
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Sage
Flower Color Purple
Bloom Time Spring through Fall
Foliage Color Gray, Green
Genus Name Salvia
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 9
Landscape Uses Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Firescaping/Firewise, Massing, Rock
Light Needs Full Sun
Mature Height 3 feet
Mature Width 3 feet
Prune Time Spring Cleanup
Water Needs Dry to Average
Waterwise Waterwise