Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica)
Also Known As
- Salvia moorcroftiana x indica 'Shangri-la Sage'
- Shangri-la Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica) plant details
Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica) is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica)
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica)
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica) plant
How to Grow Salvia (moorcroftiana x indica)
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- lavender
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Blue Sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Salvia nemorosa 'Bordeau Deep Blue', Bordeau Deep Blue Salvia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus [red flowering]
aka Rosmarinus officinalis 'Red Flowering', Rosmarinus officinalis [red flowering]
Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Scientific Name: Salvia 'Dyspurp'
aka Salvia greggii 'Amethyst Lips', Amethyst Lips Salvia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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