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Salvia verticillata

Also Known As

Lilac Sage
Meadow Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'

planting zones

4a-10b

Salvia verticillata plant details

Salvia verticillata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia verticillata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia verticillata

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pretty, easy, & low maintenance, Salvia verticillata is a hardy perennial sage with much appeal. From 2-3’ tall, & spreading to 3’ wide with time, it’s smothered for most of the summer months with long lasting spikes of very purple flowers held in whorls on long dark stems. Adapting to many garden settings & soils, it is easy to understand why this handsome plant is so widely used. A butterfly & hummingbird feast, & the flowers make good cut material as well. Cut to the ground when bloom is finished & dress with compost once a year. This species is widespread throughout Europe & Western Asia.