Photo by Native Sons
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Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar'
Also Known As
- Icing Sugar Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar' plant details
Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
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Gardening facts about Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar' plant
How to Grow Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 16"-20"
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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