Salvia mexicana 'Limelight'

Also Known As

Limelight Mexican Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8a-11

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Salvia mexicana 'Limelight' plant details

Salvia mexicana 'Limelight' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia mexicana 'Limelight'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia mexicana 'Limelight'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Whorls of densely packed, chartreuse terminal buds on strong upright stems provide exciting contrast to the lush green color of 'Limelight's' foliage. In flower, this cultivar is sure to take center stage as deep bluish purple blooms peek out from the vibrant yellow-green calyxes. Cut back each season to encourage new growth at the base and to maintain a pleasing shape.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

One of the most beautiful of all Sages, this Salvia bears a great abundance of vivid, royal blue flowers protruding from showy lime green calyxes on upright 1' spikes. Base-branching, forming lots of branches (especially after hard pruning in winter), you get zillions of spikes that are long lasting in bouquets too.