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Salvia roscida

Also Known As

  • Salvia fallax

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Salvia roscida plant details

Salvia roscida is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring blue 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 average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia roscida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia roscida

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia roscida plant

How to Grow Salvia roscida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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