Salvia macrophylla [upright form]

Also Known As

Salvia macrophylla 'Upright Form'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5'
W: 3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Salvia macrophylla [upright form] plant details

Salvia macrophylla [upright form] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia macrophylla [upright form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, compact

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia macrophylla [upright form]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Big, honking leaves on this grand & stately Salvia provide a very tropical effect. Lovely mid-blue flowers with showy lime green calyxes appear above the leaves throughout the growing season, & are reason enough to grow the plant all on their own. To 5’ tall, this form doesn’t have the tendency to spread & wander like the species, & as such would make a large & luxurious accent to any partly shaded corner, & a wonderful backdrop for smaller plants. This Salvia is sensitive to frost, but can be easily propagated from cuttings and often comes back from the roots when damaged. From Peru!