Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue'
Also Known As
- Crystal Blue Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue' plant details
Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects 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. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue' plant
How to Grow Salvia nemorosa 'Crystal Blue'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
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Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
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- regular - drought tolerant
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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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