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Salvia chionophylla

Also Known As

  • Silver Carpet Sage
  • Snowflake Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Salvia chionophylla plant details

Salvia chionophylla is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 chionophylla

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia chionophylla

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia chionophylla plant

How to Grow Salvia chionophylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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