Salvia farinacea 'Fairy Queen'

Also Known As

Fairy Queen Mealycup Sage

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

8b-12

Salvia farinacea 'Fairy Queen' plant details

Salvia farinacea 'Fairy Queen' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and white 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 farinacea 'Fairy Queen'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, floriferous, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia farinacea 'Fairy Queen'

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mealycup Sage is a mainstay of the summer garden, as it always looks fresh and perfectly presentable even in the most sultry of conditions. Native to Texas, the common name refers to the silvery felted calyces. This award winner has blue and white spikes of bloom that attract butterflies. Beautiful with rudbeckia 'Prairie Sun'.