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    • Photo of Salvia discolor flower by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

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    Salvia discolor

    Also Known As

    • Andean Silver-leaf Sage
    • Peruvian Black Sage

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 18"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9b-10b

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    Salvia discolor plant details

    Salvia discolor is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with blue foliage. In summer black flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia discolor

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen blue
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
    Flowers: black blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia discolor

    USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Salvia discolor has greyish silver leaves which produce black flowers periodically..quite unique...needs bright indirect light inside or may be outside in frost free areas...

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Silver grey foliage is complimented by silky black flowers in Sept-Nov. Excellent choice for pot culture. Pinch back for bushiness. Sun.

    By: Avant Gardens

    Yes, it's hopelessly tender, but it has BLACK flowers! And shimmering leaves with white undersides too. A brilliant container plant for a hot sunny spot. Great for hanging baskets, as it has a tendency to flop. The leaves are rather sticky and smell of black currant. Take cuttings to overwinter, or protect from frost. USDA zone 9b. 25 °F.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Salvia discolor plant

    How to Grow Salvia discolor

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • black

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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    Salvia apiana

    aka Bee Sage, White Sage

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Salvia apiana foliage by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Salvia cacaliifolia [Guatemalan Blue]

    aka Salvia cacaliaefolia, Salvia cacaliifolia, Cacalia Sage

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Salvia cacaliifolia [Guatemalan Blue] flower by J.G. in SF
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    Salvia chiapensis

    aka Chiapas Sage

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Salvia chiapensis flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Salvia clevelandii

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 3'

    Width: 3'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    Photo of Salvia clevelandii form by Kenpei
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    Salvia columbariae

    aka Chia

    Plant Type

    Herb, Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-12

    Size

    Height: 4"-20"

    Width: 4"-12"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Salvia columbariae close-up, flower by Curtis Clark
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