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Salvia chamaedryoides

Also Known As

  • Salvia chamaedryfolia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-20"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Salvia chamaedryoides plant details

Salvia chamaedryoides is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia chamaedryoides

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia chamaedryoides

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen perennial with small, silvery leaves forming the perfect backdrop for the radiant blue flowers. A spreading sage to 3' wide with many ascending stems to 2' when in bloom eventually forming a small mound. Flowers borne during warm periods throughout the growing season peak in early summer and again in fall. Tolerant of light shade and modest drought, plants are best suited to full sun and well-drained soils. Prune spent flowers for repeat blooming. Moderate water. Hardy to 10F. Texas, Mexico.

Gardening facts about Salvia chamaedryoides plant

How to Grow Salvia chamaedryoides

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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