Salvia nemorosa 'Salvatore Blue'
Meadow Sage
Image courtesy of Ball Seed
- Deep blue, tall flower spikes
- Low, mounding foliage with black stems, medium green leaves
- Blooms late spring-fall
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Long Blooming
Mass Planting
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil and full sun, Drought tolerant, Divide every 3 to 5 years in early spring Provide consistent moisture and deadhead to extend bloom time, Cut back plant after flowering to encourage new growth
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 6-12 in
Spacing: 12-16 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
- Container
- Mass Planting
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Salvia (Perennial)
Common Name: Meadow Sage
Upright, branched, clump-forming perennial with textured, ovate to lanceolate, green to grey-green leaves. Flower spikes come in a range of colors such as blue, purple, pink and white, blooming from summer into fall depending on variety. Great for borders, cottage gardens and pollinator gardens.