Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™

Scientific Name: Salvia reptans 'P016S'

Also Known As

Salvia reptans 'Autumn Sapphire 'P017S'
Autumn Sapphire P017S West Texas Grass Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-10b

Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™ plant details

Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™ is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Salvia reptans 'Autumn Sapphire' is a semi-dwarf form of the West Texas grass sage growing to just 2 feet tall. This late season bloomer provides late summer and fall flowers in a rich, glowing, cobalt blue with highlights of lighter blue and white that is a magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. The long stems are clothed in long, green, linear leaves. Grow in hot, sunny spots in well-drained, somewhat infertile soils.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™ plant

How to Grow Salvia reptans Autumn Sapphire™

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous