Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar'

Also Known As

Icing Sugar Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

7a-10b

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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

'Icing Sugar' is another of the seemingly endless variation in flower color available from Salvia greggii. This selection has reached 2 feet tall with an equal spread in our test garden and features aromatic foliage abundant flowers in mauve/lilac from dark buds. It has bloomed most of the summer and attracts butterflies. Full sun is recommended and ‘Icing Sugar’ will tolerate dry conditions. Hardy to 0F. Salvia greggii 'Icing Sugar' is available this week in #1 containers.

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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