Salvia microphylla 'Oxford'

Also Known As

Salvia microphylla 'Oxford Pink'
Baby Sage
Oxford Pink Little Leaf Sage
Salvia

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 30"-40"

planting zones

7b-11

Salvia microphylla 'Oxford' plant details

Salvia microphylla 'Oxford' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia microphylla 'Oxford'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN - 40 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant foliage, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia microphylla 'Oxford'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The dark rich pink tubular flowers are borne throughout the warmer months on this durable perennial shrub-like Salvia providing an excellent resource for Hummingbirds and Butterflies. Pink Deltoid Salvia is a drought tolerant and deer resistant plant. Provide it with a well-drained soil in a full sun position for best results. More free flowering than the Greggii Salvias and is amenable to hard pruning.