Salvia farinacea 'Blue Bedder'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

Salvia farinacea 'Blue Bedder' plant details

Salvia farinacea 'Blue Bedder' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia farinacea 'Blue Bedder'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, heirloom, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia farinacea 'Blue Bedder'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to Texas and introduced into gardens in 1847, mealy cup sage is a highlight of annual flower gardens, well-loved for its clean foliage and long spikes of purple all summer and fall. Richly colored 'Blue Bedder' was recommended in a 1949 flower book.