Salvia farinacea 'Mysty'
Salvia
Photo Courtesy of Ball Seed
- Dark green leaves covered with blue flowers
- Upright
- Heat hardy
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun and well-draining soil, watering young plants regularly but allowing established ones to dry out between waterings,as they are drought-tolerant.
Height: 12-18 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Spacing: 12-18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~6 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 7-10
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
- Container
- Heat Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Salvia (Annual)
Common Name: Salvia
Salvia is known for its aromatic foliage, square stems and colorful, two-lipped flowers in spikes. Key traits include pungent, often velvety leaves, vibrant blooms and adaptability to sun and dry conditions.