Salvia mexicana 'Compton'
Also Known As
- Salvia mexicana 'Compton's Form'
- Compton's Form Mexican Blue Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Salvia mexicana 'Compton' plant details
Salvia mexicana 'Compton' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and chartreuse flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. 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 mexicana 'Compton'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: blue and chartreuse blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia mexicana 'Compton'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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Gardening facts about Salvia mexicana 'Compton' plant
How to Grow Salvia mexicana 'Compton'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- chartreuse
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 2'-5'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 16"-20"
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Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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