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Salvia flava var. megalantha

Also Known As

  • Salvia bulleyana
  • Yellow Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 20"-40"
  • W: 16"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Salvia flava var. megalantha plant details

Salvia flava var. megalantha is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer chocolate and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia flava var. megalantha

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 16 IN - 24 IN - wide, 20 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: crinkly leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia flava var. megalantha

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia flava var. megalantha plant

How to Grow Salvia flava var. megalantha

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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